Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
Online pokies and casino gaming should be enjoyed as a form of 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 age for gambling in your jurisdiction in Australia) to access and use our services. By using neilcoleplaywright.com, you confirm that you meet this requirement.
Underage gambling is illegal. If you are under 18, please do not use this website.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you experience any of the following, you may be developing a gambling problem:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding your gambling activities from family or friends
- Gambling with money intended for essential expenses (rent, food, bills)
- Spending more time and money on gambling than intended
- Feeling anxious or irritable when unable to gamble
- Borrowing money or accumulating debt to fund gambling
- Neglecting work, school, or personal relationships due to gambling
- Failed attempts to reduce or control gambling
- Using gambling to escape stress, anxiety, or depression
- Lying to others about the extent of your gambling
If you recognise any of these signs in yourself, please seek help immediately.
Self-Help Tools
Many online gambling operators offer tools to help you manage your gaming:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified period
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose
- Reality Checks: Receive reminders during gaming sessions to check your time and spending
- Time Limits: Set session time limits to prevent extended gambling
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing gambling services
We encourage you to use these tools if you feel your gambling may be becoming problematic.
Support Organisations & Resources
If you are concerned about your gambling, confidential help is available through these organisations:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online — Free, confidential counselling and support
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au - Gamblers Help — Telephone counselling across Victoria
Phone: 1800 858 858 - Lifeline Australia — 24/7 crisis support
Phone: 13 11 14
International Support
- GamCare (UK)
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop (UK Self-Exclusion)
www.gamstop.co.uk - Responsible Gambling Council (Canada)
www.responsiblegambling.org - National Council on Problem Gambling (USA)
www.ncpgambling.org
If You Need Help
If you believe you have a gambling problem, please reach out for support today. Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Professional counsellors are available to assist you confidentially and free of charge.
Your wellbeing is important. Do not gamble more than you can afford to lose.