Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
At Brown Bread and Butter, we believe online pokies should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only. Gambling should never be viewed as a way to earn money, solve financial problems, or replace employment. Please gamble responsibly and within your means.
If you're unable to control your gambling or it's affecting your life negatively, help is available.
Age Verification
In Australia, you must be at least 18 years of age to gamble legally. If you are under 18, please do not use online pokies or gambling services. Parents and guardians are encouraged to monitor their children's online activities.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you experience any of the following, you may have a gambling problem:
- Constantly chasing losses by gambling more to recover money
- Hiding gambling activity or lying to family and friends about how much you gamble
- Gambling with money needed for essential expenses (rent, bills, food)
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or unable to stop gambling
- Neglecting work, study, family, or social obligations due to gambling
- Needing to gamble with larger amounts to achieve the same excitement
- Repeatedly trying and failing to cut back or stop gambling
- Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
- Experiencing relationship conflicts related to gambling
- Using gambling to escape stress, anxiety, or emotional problems
Self-Help Tools
Most reputable Australian online casinos offer responsible gambling tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Restrict the maximum amount you're willing to lose in a session
- Reality Checks: Receive notifications at regular intervals reminding you how long and how much you've been playing
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gambling accounts
- Session Time Limits: Set automatic logout timers to prevent extended play
Use these tools proactively to maintain healthy gambling habits.
Support Organizations
If you're struggling with gambling, confidential support is available from these trusted organizations:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online – Free, confidential counselling service
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au - Lifeline Australia – 24/7 crisis support
Phone: 13 11 14 | www.lifeline.org.au - Beyond Blue – Support for mental health and gambling concerns
Phone: 1300 224 636 | www.beyondblue.org.au
International
- GamCare (UK) – Free support and counselling
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop (UK) – National self-exclusion scheme
www.gamstop.co.uk - National Council on Problem Gambling (USA)
www.ncpgambling.org - Responsible Gambling Council (Canada)
www.responsiblegambling.org
Take Action Today
If you believe you have a gambling problem or know someone who does, please reach out for help immediately. There is no shame in seeking support—help is confidential, free, and available 24/7.
Your wellbeing is more important than any bet. Contact one of the organizations above today.