Responsible Gaming

Gaming Should Be Entertainment

At GPS Bites, we're committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Pokies and online gaming should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. If you find yourself gambling to make money or recover losses, it may be time to seek help.

Age Verification

All users must be at least 18 years of age or the legal gambling age in your state or territory to access and use pokies services in Australia. If you are under the legal age, please do not participate in gambling activities.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

If you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, it may indicate a gambling problem:

• Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
• Hiding gambling activities or lying about the amount spent
• Gambling with money needed for essential expenses (rent, bills, food)
• Unable to stick to a budget or losing control of gambling time
• Neglecting work, family, or social responsibilities due to gambling
• Experiencing anxiety, stress, or mood changes related to gambling
• Needing to gamble with larger amounts to achieve the same excitement
• Attempting to cut down or stop gambling but being unable to do so
• Using gambling to escape problems or difficult emotions
• Borrowing money or incurring debt to gamble

Self-Help Tools & Limits

Many gaming platforms offer tools to help you maintain control:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe
• Loss Limits: Restrict the total amount you're willing to lose in a session or week
• Time Limits: Set automatic session timeouts to control gaming duration
• Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders about how long and how much you've been gaming
• Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gaming platforms

Talk to your gaming provider about activating these features on your account.

Support & Help Resources

If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available:

Australia

• Gambling Help Online — www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
  Free, confidential online and telephone support for people with gambling concerns across Australia.

United Kingdom

• GamCare — www.gamcare.org.uk
  Free counselling and support for problem gamblers.
• GamStop — www.gamstop.co.uk
  National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling.

United States

• National Council on Problem Gambling — www.ncpgambling.org
  Helpline: 1-800-522-4700
  Information and referrals for problem gambling treatment.

Canada

• Responsible Gambling Council — www.responsiblegambling.org
  Resources and support for problem gambling across Canada.

Germany

• Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
  Information and support for gambling problems in Germany.

Take Action Today

If you're experiencing difficulties with gambling, please reach out for help. Speaking with a counsellor or advisor is confidential, free, and the first step towards recovery.

Remember: Problem gambling is treatable. Support is available 24/7, and you don't have to face this alone.