Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At Wollongong Pugs, we believe that online pokies and casino games should be enjoyed as entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Gambling always carries risk, and the odds are designed in favour of the house.
Play responsibly, set limits, and never gamble more than you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
Online gambling in Australia is only available to individuals who are 18 years of age or older. By accessing our site, you confirm that you meet this legal requirement.
If you are under 18, please do not use this website. Gambling at a young age can lead to serious harm.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Do any of these apply to you? If so, you may have 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 activity or lying about how much you gamble
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
- Neglecting work, school, family, or relationships due to gambling
- Borrowing money to gamble or pay gambling debts
- Using gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
- Failed attempts to cut down or stop gambling
- Experiencing financial difficulties or debt because of gambling
Self-Help Tools
Take control of your gambling with these practical tools:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to deposit in a given period. Stick to this limit.
- Loss Limits: Decide in advance the maximum amount you're comfortable losing, and stop when you reach it.
- Time Limits: Set a timer to remind yourself when your gambling session should end.
- Reality Checks: Enable pop-up reminders that show how long you've been playing and how much you've spent.
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gambling accounts if you feel your habits are becoming problematic.
Support Organizations in Australia
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available:
Australia
-
Gambling Help Online
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Confidential counselling and support service for problem gamblers and their families across Australia.
International Support (for reference)
-
GamCare (United Kingdom)
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk -
GamStop (United Kingdom)
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk -
National Council on Problem Gambling (United States)
Website: www.ncpgambling.org -
Responsible Gambling Council (Canada)
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
If You Need Help
If you're experiencing problems with gambling, don't wait. Reach out to Gambling Help Online today for confidential support and counselling.
Gambling Help Online: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Remember: asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Recovery is possible, and you don't have to face this alone.