Responsible Gaming

Gaming Should Be Entertainment

At andrewwinter.com.au, we believe that online pokies should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Gambling should never be relied upon as income or as a solution to money troubles. Always gamble within your means and set strict limits on what you can afford to lose.

Age Verification

Online pokies in Australia are only available to players aged 18 years and over. It is your responsibility to ensure you meet the legal age requirement in your jurisdiction before participating. We do not permit access to our affiliated services by anyone under the legal gambling age.

If you are under 18, please do not proceed.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

If you experience any of the following, you may be developing a gambling problem:

• Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money you've lost
• Spending more time and money on gambling than intended
• Hiding your gambling activities from family, friends, or partners
• Neglecting work, school, or family responsibilities due to gambling
• Using gambling to escape stress, anxiety, or other emotional problems
• Borrowing money or incurring debt to finance gambling
• Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
• Failed attempts to reduce or control your gambling
• Lying to others about the extent of your gambling
• Jeopardizing relationships, education, or career opportunities

If you recognize any of these signs in yourself, please reach out for support immediately.

Self-Help Tools & Controls

Most reputable online gaming operators offer self-help tools to promote responsible gambling:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to deposit within a specified timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
• Loss Limits: Restrict the amount of money you can lose in a given period
• Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders of how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
• Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from your gaming account to take a break or stop gambling
• Time-Out Features: Set cooling-off periods to pause your account for a designated duration

Take advantage of these tools to maintain control over your gambling habits.

Support Organizations & Resources

If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. Please contact one of the following organizations:

Australia

• Gambling Help Online – Free, confidential counselling and support
  www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
  1800 858 858 (free call)

United Kingdom

• GamCare – Free support for problem gamblers
  www.gamcare.org.uk
• GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme
  www.gamstop.co.uk

United States

• National Council on Problem Gambling – Resources and referrals
  www.ncpgambling.org
  1-800-522-4700 (National Problem Gambling Helpline)

Canada

• Responsible Gambling Council – Support and information
  www.responsiblegambling.org

Germany

• Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) – Federal Centre for Health Education
  www.bzga.de

Take Action Today

If you believe you have a gambling problem or are concerned about your gambling habits, please seek help immediately. Reaching out to a support organization is a sign of strength, not weakness. There is no shame in asking for assistance.

Remember: Recovery is possible, and support is always available. Contact one of the organizations listed above today.