Responsible Gaming
At The Courthouse Pinjarra, we are committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Gaming should be enjoyed as entertainment only, never 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 to access and use PayID pokies services in Australia. We take age verification seriously and reserve the right to request proof of age at any time. By accessing our services, you confirm that you are of legal age to gamble in your jurisdiction.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following warning signs, you may be developing a gambling problem:
- Spending more time and money on gambling than intended
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding gambling activity from family, friends, or healthcare providers
- Borrowing money or using credit to fund gambling
- Neglecting work, study, or personal relationships due to gambling
- Experiencing anxiety, depression, or mood changes related to gambling
- Failed attempts to reduce or stop gambling
- Experiencing financial difficulties or debt
- Gambling to escape problems or difficult emotions
- Feeling irritable or restless when trying to cut down on gambling
Self-Help Tools
Many gaming platforms and venues offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose during a gaming session
- Reality Checks: Enable regular reminders during gaming sessions to help you stay aware of time and money spent
- Session Time Limits: Set a maximum duration for each gaming session
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing gaming services
- Take a Break: Pause your gaming activity for a specified period
Support Organizations
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online - Free, confidential support for Australians
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 (24/7) - Gambler's Help - Counselling and support services across Victoria
Phone: 1800 858 858 - Lifeline Australia - Crisis support and suicide prevention
Phone: 13 11 14 (24/7)
International Support
- GamCare (United Kingdom) - www.gamcare.org.uk
- GamStop (United Kingdom) - National self-exclusion scheme - www.gamstop.co.uk
- Responsible Gambling Council (Canada) - www.responsiblegambling.org
- National Council on Problem Gambling (United States) - www.ncpgambling.org
Call to Action
If you think you may have a gambling problem, please reach out for help today. Support is confidential, non-judgmental, and available 24/7. Speaking to a counsellor or trusted person about your gambling can be the first step towards recovery. Your wellbeing is important to us.
Gambling should be fun. If it stops being fun, it's time to seek help.