Gambling is entertainment you pay for — not a way to make money or win back what you've lost.
BetStop, the national self-exclusion register, covers licensed Australian wagering providers only; at an offshore casino the tools that work are the ones inside your own account.
Each one is a reason to stop for a while: playing with money meant for something else; playing to win back losses; hiding how much you play from people close to you; needing bigger bets for the same feeling; stopping when the money runs out rather than when you planned to.
The maths is simple: the house edge applies to every next bet, so chasing losses raises the expected loss. Fast pokies and crash games show it quickest.
Gambling Help Online offers free, confidential support 24/7 — call 1800 858 858 or chat at gamblinghelponline.org.au. Talk to someone you trust as well: gambling problems can be treated.
Gambling is for adults only. If you share a phone or computer with anyone under 18, use parental controls and don't leave sessions open.
18+ · Gamble responsibly. Set your limits.