Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At abevic.com.au, we believe that online pokies and casino gaming should be enjoyed as entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. If you find yourself gambling to make money or recover losses, it's time to seek help.
Always gamble within your means and only with money you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
Online gambling in Australia is only available to players aged 18 years and over. We are committed to preventing underage gambling and verify the age of all players before they can access our services.
If you are under 18, please do not attempt to access gambling services on this site.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Do you recognise any of these warning signs in your own behaviour?
- Gambling with increasing amounts of money to achieve the same level of excitement
- Trying to win back losses (chasing losses)
- Lying to family, friends, or others about the extent of your gambling
- Neglecting work, study, or family responsibilities due to gambling
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
- Borrowing money or going into debt to gamble
- Failed attempts to cut down or stop gambling
- Hiding gambling activity or concealing the amount spent
- Experiencing financial difficulties due to gambling
If you recognise any of these signs, please reach out for support immediately.
Self-Help Tools
Most online gambling operators provide tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified time period
- Loss Limits: Restrict the amount you are willing to lose in a given timeframe
- Session Time Limits: Set an automatic logout after a predetermined period of play
- Reality Checks: Receive popup reminders during your gaming session about time and money spent
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from gambling services for a set period
Use these tools to stay in control of your gambling behaviour.
Support Organizations in Australia
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available:
Gambling Help Online
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
A free and confidential service offering counselling, information, and support for problem gambling in Australia. Telephone and online chat services available.
Gamblers Anonymous Australia
A peer-support organisation offering free meetings across Australia for people with gambling problems.
Beyond Blue
Phone: 1300 224 636
A national mental health support service that can assist with gambling-related stress and anxiety.
International Support Organizations
If you are accessing this site from outside Australia, the following organisations may be helpful:
- United Kingdom: GamCare and GamStop
- Canada: Responsible Gambling Council
- United States: National Council on Problem Gambling
Take Action Now
If you think you may have a problem with gambling, please seek help today. Problem gambling affects not only you, but also your family, friends, and financial wellbeing.
Contact Gambling Help Online on 1800 858 858 (free call from landline) or visit their website for online support. Services are confidential and available 24/7.
Remember: seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness.