Responsible Gaming
Our Commitment to Responsible Gaming
At nrlstateoforigin2020.com, we are committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Gambling should be enjoyed as entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please gamble responsibly and within your means.
Age Verification
You must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction, whichever is higher) to use our services and play at online casinos. We take age verification seriously and reserve the right to request proof of age at any time. If you are under the legal gambling age, please do not gamble.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can affect anyone. If you recognise any of the following warning signs in yourself or someone you know, please seek help immediately:
- Gambling with money you cannot afford to lose
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding gambling activities or lying about the amount of time or money spent gambling
- Neglecting family, work, or other important responsibilities due to gambling
- Experiencing mood swings or irritability when unable to gamble
- Needing to gamble with increasing amounts of money to achieve the same level of excitement
- Failed attempts to reduce or stop gambling
- Borrowing money or using savings to fund gambling activities
- Feeling anxious, depressed, or stressed when not gambling
- Friends or family expressing concern about your gambling habits
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Most reputable online casinos offer tools to help you manage your gambling responsibly:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified timeframe
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose in a given period
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders during your gaming session about how long you have been playing and how much you have spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gambling accounts
- Time-Out Periods: Take a break from gambling for a set period
- Cooling-Off Periods: Request a period during which you cannot access your account
Support & Help Services in Australia
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, professional help is available. The following organisations provide free, confidential support in Australia:
- Gambling Help Online – Free counselling and support for problem gambling
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 (24/7 helpline) - Gamblers Anonymous Australia – Support meetings and peer assistance
Website: www.gamblersanonymous.org.au - National Gambling Helpline – Confidential counselling
Phone: 1800 858 858
International Support Services
If you are accessing our services from outside Australia, the following organisations may be able to assist:
- United Kingdom: GamCare – www.gamcare.org.uk | GamStop – www.gamstop.co.uk
- Canada: Responsible Gambling Council – www.responsiblegambling.org
- United States: National Council on Problem Gambling – www.ncpgambling.org
- Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) – www.bzga.de
Take Action Today
If you think you may have a gambling problem, please reach out for help. There is no shame in seeking support – many people successfully recover from problem gambling with professional assistance. Contact one of the support services above or speak to a trusted friend, family member, or healthcare professional.
Remember: Gambling should be fun and entertaining. If it stops being fun, it's time to seek help.