Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At stuartgrimley.com, we believe that 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. If you choose to play, please do so responsibly and within your means.
Remember: the house always has an edge. Only gamble what you can afford to lose, and never chase losses.
Age Verification
You must be at least 18 years old (or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction) to access our content and participate in online gaming. We take player protection seriously and do not condone underage gambling.
If you are under the legal age, please do not attempt to access gaming platforms.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of these signs in yourself or someone you know, it may be time to seek help:
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Constantly thinking about gambling or past gambling experiences
- Chasing losses by gambling more to try to win back money
- Lying to family, friends, or counsellors about gambling activities
- Neglecting personal relationships, work, or study due to gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems or negative feelings
- Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
- Experiencing mood swings or irritability when unable to gamble
- Failing to cut down or stop gambling despite wanting to
- Feeling anxious, depressed, or stressed when not gambling
Self-Help Tools & Controls
Most reputable online gaming platforms offer the following responsible gaming features:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Cap the maximum amount you're willing to lose in a given period
- Reality Checks: Receive pop-up reminders during gaming sessions about time elapsed and money spent
- Time Limits: Set automatic session timeouts to control how long you play
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing gaming platforms
- Account Closure: Request permanent closure of your gaming account
We encourage you to use these tools to maintain control over your gaming habits.
Support & Help Organisations
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, please reach out to one of these organisations:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online – Free counselling and support for Australians
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au - Lifeline Australia – 24/7 crisis support
Phone: 13 11 14 - Beyond Blue – Mental health and wellbeing support
Phone: 1300 22 4636
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Free counselling and support
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council – Resources and support
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling – Helpline and resources
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700
Germany
- Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) – Health and addiction information
Website: www.bzga.de
If You Need Help, Please Reach Out
Problem gambling is a serious issue that affects individuals and families. You are not alone, and help is available.
Whether you're experiencing gambling difficulties yourself or you're concerned about someone else, we strongly encourage you to contact one of the support organisations listed above. They offer confidential, non-judgmental assistance and are here to help you regain control.
Taking the first step is the hardest part—reach out today.