Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment
At Birdscaping.com.au, we believe gambling should only ever be viewed as entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Pokies and online gambling games are designed for fun, and the house always has a mathematical edge. Never gamble with money you cannot afford to lose, and always set strict limits before you play.
If you're in Australia and concerned about your gambling habits, help and support are available 24/7.
Age Verification
In Australia, you must be 18 years of age or older to gamble legally. All users of our website and linked gambling services must verify their age. If you are under 18, you are not permitted to access or use any gambling services on this site.
Parents and guardians: If you're concerned about a young person's access to gambling, please monitor their online activity and speak with them about the risks.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Do you recognise any of these warning signs in yourself or someone you know?
- Chasing losses by gambling more to win back money you've lost
- Gambling with larger amounts of money to get the same excitement
- Hiding gambling activity or lying to family and friends about how much you gamble
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when trying to reduce gambling
- Gambling to escape problems, stress, anxiety, or depression
- Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
- Neglecting work, study, family, or relationships due to gambling
- Failing to cut back or stop gambling despite wanting to
- Risking important relationships, education, or job opportunities because of gambling
- Experiencing feelings of hopelessness or thoughts of self-harm
If you've checked more than one box, it's time to seek support.
Self-Help Tools & Safer Gambling Options
Reputable Australian gambling operators offer the following tools to help you stay in control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit over a daily, weekly, or monthly period.
- Loss Limits: Cap the amount of money you're willing to lose during a session.
- Session Limits: Set a time limit for how long you'll gamble in one session.
- Reality Checks: Receive pop-up reminders showing how long you've been playing and how much you've wagered.
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gambling sites. This is a powerful tool if you need a break.
- Account Closure: Close your account entirely if you decide to stop gambling.
Use these tools proactively—don't wait until problems escalate.
Support & Counselling Services
If you're struggling with gambling, please reach out to one of these organisations. Help is confidential and free.
Australia
- Gambling Help Online – Free online counselling and information for Australians
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 (24/7, free call) - Lifeline Australia – Crisis support and counselling (includes gambling concerns)
Phone: 13 11 14 (24/7, free call) - Beyond Blue – Support for mental health (anxiety, depression related to gambling)
Phone: 1300 224 636 (24/7)
www.beyondblue.org.au
International Support
- 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
If You Need Help, Reach Out Today
Problem gambling is treatable. You don't have to struggle alone. Whether you're worried about your own gambling or that of someone you care about, professional support is available right now—confidentially and at no cost.
Call Gambling Help Online on 1800 858 858 (Australia, 24/7) or visit www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Recovery is possible. Taking the first step is the hardest part.