Responsible Gaming
Entertainment, Not Income
Online pokies and casino games should only be enjoyed as a form of entertainment. Gambling should never be viewed as a way to earn money, pay bills, or solve financial problems. Only gamble with money you can afford to lose, and always set limits before you play.
Age Verification
You must be 18 years of age or older to access and use gambling services in Australia. It is illegal for anyone under 18 to participate in online pokies or casino gaming. By using threeoclockgallery.com, you confirm that you meet the legal age requirement for your jurisdiction.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Do you recognize any of these warning signs in your gambling behaviour?
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Hiding gambling activities or lying about how much you gamble
- Neglecting work, study, family, or relationships due to gambling
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
- Borrowing money or using credit to fund gambling
- Gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
- Failed attempts to reduce or stop gambling
- Experiencing financial difficulties due to gambling
- Friends or family expressing concern about your gambling
If you recognize any of these signs, seek help immediately. Problem gambling is treatable, and support is available.
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Most reputable online gambling operators offer tools to help you gamble responsibly:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific time period
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount of money you are willing to lose in a session or week
- Betting Limits: Restrict the maximum bet amount per spin or game
- Reality Checks: Receive regular notifications about how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Session Time Limits: Set automatic timeouts to take breaks from gambling
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing gambling sites
Use these tools proactively to maintain control over your gambling activities.
Support Organizations & Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au β Free counselling and support services for Australian residents
- Lifeline: 13 11 14 β 24/7 crisis support
- Beyond Blue: 1300 224 636 β Mental health and wellbeing support
United Kingdom
- GamCare: www.gamcare.org.uk β Free support and counselling
- GamStop: www.gamstop.co.uk β National self-exclusion scheme
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council: www.responsiblegambling.org β Evidence-based resources and support
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling: www.ncpgambling.org β 1-800-522-4700 (helpline)
Other Regions
- Germany: Bundeszentrale fΓΌr gesundheitliche AufklΓ€rung (BZgA) β www.bzga.de
Choose the resource appropriate for your location or contact your local health authority for gambling support services.
Need Help?
If you believe you have a gambling problem, or if someone you care about does, reach out for help today. Problem gambling is a treatable condition, and professional support can make a real difference.
Contact one of the organizations listed above, speak to your doctor, or call a helpline in your country. Recovery is possible, and you don't have to face this alone.