Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At Hearts for Hire, we believe that online pokies and casino gaming should only ever be enjoyed as entertainment. Gambling is not a reliable way to make money and should never be viewed as a source of income. Please gamble responsibly and only with money you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
In Australia, you must be 18 years of age or older to gamble legally online. We take age verification seriously and comply with all Australian gambling regulations. If you are under 18, please do not access gambling services on this website.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Do you recognise any of these signs in your own or someone else's behaviour? If so, it may be time to seek help:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding or lying about the extent of your gambling
- Gambling with money needed for essential expenses (rent, bills, food)
- Spending increasing amounts of time and money on gambling
- Unable to cut back or stop gambling despite wanting to
- Neglecting family, work, or personal responsibilities
- Borrowing money to fund gambling activities
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when trying to reduce gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems or negative emotions
- Failed attempts to reduce or control gambling
Self-Help Tools & Limits
Most reputable online gaming operators offer tools to help you control your gambling. These include:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, monthly)
- Loss Limits: Cap the amount you're willing to lose during a gaming session
- Session Time Limits: Automatically log out after a set period to prevent extended play
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders of how much time and money you've spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently block yourself from accessing gaming platforms
We encourage you to use these tools proactively. Your gaming provider should make these options easily accessible.
Australian Support Organisations
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. Please contact one of these organisations:
Australia
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Gambling Help Online (Lifeline)
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 (free, confidential, 24/7)
Online counselling, self-assessment tools, and support for Australians affected by gambling. -
Gambler's Help
Phone: 1800 858 858
Specialised counselling services available across Australia.
International Support
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GamCare (United Kingdom)
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk -
GamStop (United Kingdom)
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk -
National Council on Problem Gambling (United States)
Website: www.ncpgambling.org -
Responsible Gambling Council (Canada)
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
Take Action Today
If gambling is affecting your life or the lives of those around you, please reach out for help. There is no shame in seeking support — help is confidential and always available.
Contact Gambling Help Online on 1800 858 858 anytime, day or night, for free and confidential support.
Hearts for Hire is committed to promoting responsible gaming. This information is provided for educational purposes and complies with Australian gambling regulations. Please gamble responsibly and within your means.