Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At Antoinette Barboutt's PayID Pokies Australia, we believe that online gaming should be enjoyed as entertainment only – never as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. While we offer exciting gaming opportunities, it's crucial to approach pokies with realistic expectations and a responsible mindset.
Set a budget you can afford to lose and stick to it. Only gamble with money that won't affect your essential expenses like rent, bills, or groceries.
Age Verification
Online pokies in Australia are strictly for individuals aged 18 years and over. By accessing our site, you confirm that you are of legal age to gamble in your state or territory.
If you're under 18, please do not use our services. We take age verification seriously and comply with all Australian gambling regulations.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, it may indicate problem gambling:
- Chasing losses – trying to win back money you've lost
- Hiding or lying about your gambling activities
- Gambling more frequently or with larger amounts than intended
- Neglecting family, work, or personal responsibilities due to gambling
- Using gambling to escape stress, anxiety, or depression
- Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
- Losing interest in hobbies and activities you once enjoyed
- Feeling anxious or irritable when unable to gamble
- Experiencing relationship or financial problems due to gambling
If you've ticked any of these boxes, help is available.
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
We provide tools to help you maintain control of your gaming:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a cap on how much you're willing to lose in a session
- Reality Checks: Receive reminder notifications during gaming sessions about time and money spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gaming for a period you choose
- Session Timers: Set time limits for your gaming sessions
- Account Cooling-Off Period: Take a break from your account without closing it permanently
Use these tools proactively to manage your gaming habits and stay in control.
Support Organisations & Resources
If you're struggling with problem gambling, confidential support is available:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online – Free and confidential counselling for problem gambling
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 (24/7)
International Support
- GamCare (United Kingdom) – Free and confidential support
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop (United Kingdom) – National self-exclusion scheme
www.gamstop.co.uk - Responsible Gambling Council (Canada)
www.responsiblegambling.org - National Council on Problem Gambling (United States)
www.ncpgambling.org
You don't have to face this alone. Reaching out for help is a sign of strength, not weakness.
If You Need Help
If you believe you may have a gambling problem, or if someone you care about does, please reach out to one of the support organisations listed above. Professional counsellors are available to help you understand problem gambling and develop strategies to regain control.
Contact Gambling Help Online on 1800 858 858 (24 hours, 7 days a week) for confidential support in Australia.
Your wellbeing is important to us. We're committed to providing a safe and responsible gaming environment.