Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
At gasproducts.com.au, we want every visitor to enjoy pokies and casino games safely. Gambling should always be treated as a form of entertainment — a fun leisure activity — never as a way to earn money, pay bills, or solve financial problems. The odds always favour the house over time, and losses are a normal part of gambling. Only ever gamble with money you can comfortably afford to lose, and never borrow money to play.
If gambling stops being fun, it's time to stop. This page is designed to help you stay in control, recognise the warning signs of problem gambling, and find support if you need it.
Age Verification — 18+ Only
In Australia, you must be at least 18 years of age to gamble legally, whether at a land-based venue or online. All licensed operators are required by law to verify the age and identity of their customers before allowing them to deposit or play.
If you share a device with minors, we strongly recommend:
- Never saving gambling account passwords on shared computers or phones
- Using parental control software such as Net Nanny or CyberPatrol
- Logging out of gambling accounts after every session
- Keeping payment cards and account details secure and out of reach
Underage gambling is illegal in Australia, and accounts found to belong to minors will be closed and winnings forfeited.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can affect anyone. Ask yourself honestly whether any of the following apply to you or someone you care about:
- ☐ Chasing losses — gambling more to try to win back money you've lost
- ☐ Hiding your gambling from family, friends, or your partner
- ☐ Lying about how much time or money you spend gambling
- ☐ Borrowing money, selling possessions, or using credit to gamble
- ☐ Gambling with money meant for rent, bills, or essentials
- ☐ Feeling restless, irritable, or anxious when trying to cut down or stop
- ☐ Thinking about gambling constantly, even at work or with family
- ☐ Gambling to escape stress, depression, loneliness, or other problems
- ☐ Neglecting work, study, relationships, or responsibilities because of gambling
- ☐ Repeated unsuccessful attempts to reduce or stop gambling
If you ticked even one or two of these boxes, it may be time to take a break or talk to someone. Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness.
Self-Help Tools to Stay in Control
Licensed gambling operators offer a range of free tools to help you manage your play. We encourage you to use them proactively:
- Deposit Limits — Set a daily, weekly, or monthly cap on how much money you can deposit into your account.
- Loss Limits — Restrict the total amount you can lose within a set period.
- Session / Time Limits — Limit how long you can play in a single session.
- Reality Checks — Receive automatic on-screen reminders showing how long you've been playing and how much you've spent.
- Cooling-Off Periods — Take a short break (24 hours to several weeks) during which you cannot access your account.
- Self-Exclusion — Block yourself from gambling venues or online accounts for a longer period (months or years). In Australia, you can register with BetStop — the National Self-Exclusion Register — to exclude yourself from all licensed online and phone wagering providers in one step.
Additional practical tips:
- Set a budget before you play and stick to it — never chase losses.
- Set a time limit and take regular breaks.
- Never gamble when upset, stressed, or under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
- Balance gambling with other hobbies and social activities.
Support Organisations — Australia
Free, confidential help is available 24/7 across Australia. You don't have to face this alone:
- Gambling Help Online — Free, confidential counselling and support, available 24/7 via phone, chat, and email for anyone affected by gambling.
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au | Phone: 1800 858 858 - BetStop — National Self-Exclusion Register — Exclude yourself from all Australian-licensed online and phone wagering services.
Website: www.betstop.gov.au - Gamblers Anonymous Australia — Peer support groups for people who want to stop gambling.
Website: www.gamblersanonymous.org.au - Lifeline Australia — Crisis support and suicide prevention, available 24/7.
Phone: 13 11 14 | Website: www.lifeline.org.au - Relationships Australia — Support for families and relationships affected by gambling.
Website: www.relationships.org.au
If You Have a Problem, Seek Help Today
If gambling is causing you or someone you love harm — financially, emotionally, or in your relationships — please reach out now. Call Gambling Help Online on 1800 858 858 (free, 24/7) or visit www.gamblinghelponline.org.au to chat with a trained counsellor. If you're in crisis, call Lifeline on 13 11 14.
Asking for help is the strongest move you can make. Gambling should always be fun — when it isn't, support is only a phone call away.
Last updated: 2026 | gasproducts.com.au