Responsible Gaming

Gambling should be entertainment, not a way to make money or escape problems. Aussie Platforms is aimed at an Australian audience, and we encourage all visitors to gamble responsibly and to seek help if gambling becomes a problem.

18+ only

In Australia, gambling is restricted to adults. You must be 18 years of age or over to gamble. We do not target minors, and our content is intended for adults who are legally permitted to gamble in their jurisdiction.

Setting limits

Responsible play means setting limits and sticking to them:

• Decide in advance how much time and money you can afford to spend.
• Never chase losses. Accept that losing is part of gambling.
• Do not gamble when you are upset, under the influence of alcohol or drugs, or under financial pressure.
• Balance gambling with other activities. It should not take over your life or relationships.

Signs of problem gambling

Gambling may be a problem if you:

• Spend more money or time than you intended
• Chase losses or borrow money to gamble
• Lie to family or friends about gambling
• Feel stressed, anxious, or guilty about gambling
• Neglect work, study, or relationships because of gambling

If any of this sounds familiar, reach out for help. Support is free and confidential.

Australian support services

Australia has free, professional services for people affected by gambling:

• Gambling Help Online – 24/7 support, chat, and resources: gamblinghelponline.org.au
• National Gambling Helpline – 1800 858 858 (free call from anywhere in Australia)
• Lifeline – 24/7 crisis support: 13 11 14 or lifeline.org.au
• Beyond Blue – Anxiety, depression, and mental health: 1300 22 4636 or beyondblue.org.au

State and territory governments also run gambling help services and self-exclusion schemes. Check your state or territory health or gambling authority website for local programs.

Self-exclusion

If you want to stop gambling, you can self-exclude from licensed venues and, in some jurisdictions, from online operators. In Australia, state-based self-exclusion programs exist for land-based venues. For online gambling, many offshore operators offer self-exclusion tools in their responsible gambling sections. We encourage you to use them if you need a break or want to stop.

Our role

Aussie Platforms is an information site. We do not operate gambling services or take bets. We provide this responsible gambling page to point Australian visitors to help and to promote safer play. If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, please use the resources above.

Last updated: 2026. If you are in crisis, please contact Lifeline (13 11 14) or emergency services (000).