Responsible Gambling
Gambling should always be fun. If it stops being fun, free help is available 24/7. You are not alone.
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National Gambling Helpline: 1800 858 858 (free, 24/7)
Online chat: gamblinghelponline.org.au
Warning Signs
Problem gambling can affect anyone. Recognising the warning signs early is the first step to getting help.
Chasing Losses
Gambling more to try to win back money you've lost is one of the clearest signs of problem gambling.
Losing Track of Time
Spending more time gambling than planned, or gambling longer than you intended consistently.
Hiding Gambling
Lying to family or friends about how much time or money you spend on gambling activities.
Stress & Anxiety
Feeling restless, irritable, or anxious when you're not gambling or when you try to stop.
Financial Pressure
Borrowing money, selling possessions, or struggling to pay bills because of gambling losses.
Unable to Stop
Repeatedly trying to cut back or stop gambling but finding yourself unable to follow through.
Practical Tools & Tips
Set a Budget Before You Play
Decide how much you can afford to lose before you start — and stick to it. Never gamble with money you need for rent, food, or bills. Treat gambling as entertainment, not income.
Use Casino Deposit Limits
LunuBet and all reputable online casinos offer tools to limit your spending:
- Daily/Weekly/Monthly Deposit Limits — Cap how much you can deposit
- Loss Limits — Stop playing after a set amount is lost
- Session Time Limits — Set a maximum play duration per session
- Reality Checks — Receive reminders of how long you've been playing
- Cool-Off Periods — Take a break of 1–30 days
Self-Exclusion — BetStop
BetStop is Australia's National Self-Exclusion Register. Registering with BetStop excludes you from all licensed Australian online gambling services simultaneously.
- Website: betstop.com.au
- Phone: 1800 238 786
- Available 24/7, free of charge
- Exclusion periods: 3 months, 1 year, 5 years, or permanently
Set Time Limits
Use your phone or browser to set session alarms. Take regular breaks, avoid gambling when tired or emotional, and never gamble as a way to cope with stress or depression.