Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At Stoneworks VIC, we believe that gaming should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only. Pokies and online gaming are games of chance and should never be considered 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 gambling age in your Australian state or territory) to access and use gaming services on this website. Gambling is prohibited for anyone under the legal age in their jurisdiction. If you are under 18, please do not proceed.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Be aware of these common warning signs that may indicate a gambling problem:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Hiding gambling activity or lying about how much you gamble
- Feeling anxious or irritable when trying to reduce gambling
- Using gambling to escape stress, anxiety, or negative emotions
- Borrowing money to fund gambling activities
- Neglecting family, work, or personal responsibilities due to gambling
- Experiencing relationship problems because of gambling
- Failed attempts to control or stop gambling
- Gambling with money needed for essential expenses
If you recognise any of these signs in yourself or someone you know, please seek help immediately.
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Many gaming platforms offer tools to help you stay in control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to deposit within a specific timeframe
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're prepared to lose
- Time Limits: Set reminders or automatic session timeouts to limit gaming duration
- Reality Checks: Regular pop-up notifications reminding you of time and money spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gaming platforms
- Account Breaks: Take a break from gaming for a set period
These tools are designed to help you maintain control and gamble within your limits. Always use them proactively.
Support Organisations & Help Resources
If you or someone you know needs help with problem gambling, these organisations provide free, confidential support:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online — Free counselling and support service
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 (24/7, free call) - Gamblers Anonymous Australia — Peer support and recovery programs
www.gamblersanonymous.org.au
United Kingdom
- GamCare — Free gambling support and counselling
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop — National self-exclusion scheme
www.gamstop.co.uk
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council — Information and support resources
www.responsiblegambling.org
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling — Helpline and resources
www.ncpgambling.org
Phone: 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537)
Germany
- Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) — German health awareness centre with gambling support
www.bzga.de
Need Help? Reach Out Today
If you or someone you care about is struggling with gambling, please seek help immediately. Problem gambling is treatable, and support is available. There is no shame in asking for assistance. Contact one of the organisations listed above — they offer free, confidential, and non-judgmental support.
Don't wait. Help is just a phone call or click away.