Responsible Gaming on Vegas Now for Australia

This page is here to help you stay in control. It explains practical tools you can use to limit time and spend, how to take breaks, and what to do if gambling is starting to cause harm.

These tools are most effective when you use them early, before play becomes stressful. If you feel you’re losing control, taking a pause is a valid first step.

If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call emergency services (000 in Australia).

What Responsible Gaming Means (Quick Overview)

Responsible gaming is about staying in control and getting support early when play stops feeling like entertainment.

• Set limits before you play, not during a stressful session.
• Take breaks to reset and reduce impulsive decisions.
• Stop play if it starts to feel out of control.
• Use self-exclusion if you need a firm barrier.
• Track patterns in time and spend if you notice change.
• Get support early—help is available 24/7 in Australia.
• Support is also available for family and friends.

Early Warning Signs (Self-Check)

This quick self-check can help you decide whether it’s time to pause or to use stronger tools like timeouts or self-exclusion.

• Are you chasing losses to “get back” money?
• Are you spending more time than you planned?
• Are you spending more money than you planned?
• Do you hide or downplay gambling from others?
• Have work, study, or relationships been affected?
• Do you feel anxious or irritable when not gambling?
• Do you gamble to escape stress or low mood?
• Have bills fallen behind because of gambling?
• Have you borrowed money or sold things to gamble?
• Do you find it hard to stop once you start?

If you answered “yes” to more than one, consider taking a break now and using the support options listed below.

Setting Limits in Your Account

Limit tools can vary by account and product. If limit settings are shown in your account, use them to set clear boundaries that match what you can afford and the time you want to spend.

1. Sign in to your account.
2. Look for a responsible gaming or limits area (if shown).
3. Choose the limit type you want (for example: deposit, loss, or session/time, if available).
4. Set the amount or time and select a period (daily/weekly/monthly) if the option exists.
5. Confirm and save the limit.
6. Screenshot the confirmation so you can refer back to it.
7. Review limits only when calm—avoid changing limits mid-session.

Timeouts and Cooling-Off Breaks

A timeout (cooling-off break) is designed to pause play for a period. It can be helpful if you feel urges are getting stronger or you keep returning even after you decide to stop.

• Choose a timeout duration if the option is available in your account.
• Expect access to be paused during the timeout period.
• Don’t rely on logging out alone if you keep coming back—use a tool instead.
• Remove saved logins on shared devices and consider using private browsing during the break.
• Plan what you will do during the break (walk, call someone, switch activities).
• If urges persist, consider self-exclusion and contact support resources.

Self-Exclusion Options (Short and Clear)

Self-exclusion is a stronger step that creates a firm barrier to play. It is a good option if you want a hard stop rather than relying on willpower.

If you cannot find self-exclusion options in your account or you want help applying them correctly, contact support and include your account email and the option you want to activate.

Protecting Your Money and Time (Practical Steps)

These habits are simple, but they work best when you do them consistently and before you start playing.

• Do set a fixed spend limit for entertainment and stop when you hit it.
• Do set a session timer and take breaks away from screens.
• Do avoid gambling when stressed, tired, or after alcohol.
• Do keep gambling separate from essential money (rent, bills, food).
• Don’t chase losses or raise stakes to “recover”.
• Don’t use gambling to try to fix financial problems.
• Do talk to someone you trust early if patterns are changing.

Get Help in Australia (24/7 Options)

If gambling is harming you, support is available 24/7 in Australia. You do not have to wait until things feel “serious” to reach out.

National Gambling Helpline is listed as 24/7 support at 1800 858 858. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

Gambling Help Online is presented as available 24/7 across Australia. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

Lifeline provides 24-hour crisis support in Australia (13 11 14). If life is in danger, call 000. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

Helping Someone Else

If you’re worried about someone’s gambling, you can help without arguing about wins/losses. Focus on harm and support, not blame.

1. Pick a calm time to talk, not during or right after play.
2. Use “I noticed…” statements and describe specific impacts.
3. Ask what support they would accept (a break, limits, counselling).
4. Suggest timeouts or self-exclusion as a practical barrier.
5. Encourage gambling counselling or a 24/7 helpline conversation.
6. Protect shared finances in a simple way (separate essentials, avoid shared gambling funds).
7. If you believe there is risk of harm, use crisis services immediately.

Relationship to Other Policies (Routing)

This page focuses on safety tools and getting help. For official account rules, payments, disputes, and settlement wording, use the terms page.

• Account rules, eligibility, disputes, and settlement wording: Terms and Conditions.
• If you need help applying account-level tools: contact support.

For official rules and disputes, read the Terms and Conditions.

FAQ

What is responsible gaming?

It means using tools and habits that keep gambling within limits, taking breaks when needed, and getting support early if gambling starts causing harm.

How do I set limits?

Sign in and look for a responsible gaming or limits area in your account (if shown), then choose a limit type and save it with a clear period.

What is a timeout?

A timeout is a cooling-off break that pauses play for a set period, helping reduce impulsive decisions and repeated sessions.

What is self-exclusion?

Self-exclusion is a stronger option that blocks access to play for a period and is designed for situations where you need a firm barrier.

Can I change limits later?

Some limit tools may allow changes depending on how they are configured. Make changes only when calm and avoid changing limits mid-session.

What if I keep chasing losses?

Chasing losses is a warning sign. Take a break immediately, use timeouts or self-exclusion, and contact a gambling support service for help.

How do I help a friend?

Talk at a calm time, focus on harms you’ve noticed, suggest practical tools like limits or breaks, and encourage professional support.

Where can I get 24/7 help?

You can call the National Gambling Helpline (1800 858 858) or use Gambling Help Online, both listed as 24/7 services in Australia.

What if I feel in crisis?

If you feel in immediate danger or at risk of self-harm, call 000. For urgent emotional distress, you can call Lifeline on 13 11 14.

Where are the official rules?

Official account rules and dispute wording are described in the Terms and Conditions page.