Responsible Gaming
Introduction
At Blind Company The Movie, we believe that gaming should be enjoyed purely as entertainment. Pokies and online gaming should never be viewed as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please gamble responsibly and only with money you can afford to lose. If gaming ceases to be fun, it may be time to seek help.
Age Verification
Online gaming is strictly for adults aged 18 years and over in Australia. By accessing our site, you confirm that you are of legal age to gamble in your jurisdiction. If you are under 18, please do not proceed.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, problem gambling may be developing:
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding gambling activities or lying about the extent of your gaming
- Neglecting work, family, or personal responsibilities due to gambling
- Borrowing money or using credit to fund gambling
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
- Failed attempts to reduce or stop gambling
- Gambling with increasing amounts to achieve the same excitement
- Loss of interest in hobbies and social activities outside of gambling
Self-Help Tools
Many online gaming platforms offer built-in tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to deposit per day, week, or month
- Loss Limits: Establish a maximum amount you're prepared to lose during a gaming session
- Reality Checks: Enable pop-up reminders to check how long you've been playing
- Time-Out: Take a temporary break from gaming for hours, days, or weeks
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily ban yourself from accessing gaming platforms for an extended period
Use these tools to stay in control and enjoy gaming responsibly.
Support & Counselling
If you're struggling with problem gambling, professional help is available. Please reach out to one of these trusted Australian organisations:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Free, confidential counselling and support for problem gambling - Gamblers Anonymous Australia
A peer-support fellowship for people struggling with gambling addiction
International Support
- UK – GamCare
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
Free counselling and support for problem gamblers - UK – GamStop
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling - Canada – Responsible Gambling Council
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
Resources and support for problem gambling - USA – National Council on Problem Gambling
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
Helpline: 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537)
Call to Action
If you think you have a gambling problem, please seek help today. Problem gambling is treatable, and support is available 24/7. Reach out to Gambling Help Online or another support service listed above. Remember: asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Your wellbeing matters.