Responsible Gaming

Gambling Should Be Entertainment

At kilbribuilding.com, we believe that playing real pokies online in Australia should always be a form of entertainment — never a way to earn money, solve financial problems, or escape from everyday life. Gambling involves risk, and the odds always favour the house in the long run. You should only ever gamble with money you can afford to lose, and never treat gambling as a source of income.

If gambling stops being fun, it's time to stop. This page provides information, tools, and support resources to help you stay in control.

Age Verification — 18+ Only

In Australia, you must be at least 18 years of age to gamble legally, including playing pokies online. It is illegal for anyone under 18 to open a gambling account or place a bet.

Licensed operators are required to verify the age and identity of all customers. If you share your home or devices with minors, we strongly recommend:

• Never sharing your account login details or passwords;
• Logging out of gambling accounts after every session;
• Using parental control or filtering software (such as Net Nanny or CyberPatrol) to block gambling sites;
• Never gambling in front of children or presenting gambling as a harmless way to make money.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Problem gambling can affect anyone. Ask yourself honestly whether any of the following apply to you or someone you care about:

• Chasing losses — gambling more to try to win back money you've lost;
• Hiding your gambling from family or friends, or lying about how much time or money you spend;
• Gambling with money meant for essentials like rent, bills, or groceries;
• Borrowing money, selling possessions, or going into debt to gamble;
• Feeling restless, irritable, or anxious when you try to cut down or stop;
• Gambling to escape stress, loneliness, depression, or other problems;
• Neglecting work, study, relationships, or responsibilities because of gambling;
• Thinking about gambling constantly or planning your next session;
• Needing to bet larger amounts to get the same feeling of excitement;
• Unsuccessfully trying to cut back or quit.

If you answered "yes" to one or more of these, it may be time to take a break and seek support. Recognising the problem is the first — and most important — step.

Self-Help Tools to Stay in Control

All reputable, licensed online gambling operators offer tools to help you manage your play. We encourage you to set these up before you start gambling:

• Deposit limits — cap how much money you can deposit daily, weekly, or monthly;
• Loss limits — set a maximum amount you're prepared to lose over a given period;
• Session time limits and reality checks — receive on-screen reminders of how long you've been playing and how much you've spent;
• Cooling-off / time-out periods — take a short break from gambling (from 24 hours to several weeks);
• Self-exclusion — block yourself from gambling sites or venues for a longer period or permanently.

In Australia, you can register with BetStop — the National Self-Exclusion Register (www.betstop.gov.au) to exclude yourself from all licensed Australian online and telephone wagering services in one step. You can also register for venue-based self-exclusion programs in your state or territory.

Support Organisations

Free, confidential help is available 24/7 across Australia. You don't have to face this alone:

• Gambling Help Online — free, confidential counselling and support, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Phone 1800 858 858 or visit www.gamblinghelponline.org.au for live chat and email support.
• BetStop — National Self-Exclusion Register — www.betstop.gov.au.
• Gamblers Anonymous Australia — peer support meetings across the country — www.gamblersanonymous.org.au.
• Lifeline Australia — 24-hour crisis support. Phone 13 11 14 — www.lifeline.org.au.
• Beyond Blue — support for anxiety, depression, and mental health. Phone 1300 22 4636 — www.beyondblue.org.au.

If Gambling Is No Longer Fun — Get Help Today

If you're worried about your own gambling, or about someone close to you, please reach out now. Calling 1800 858 858 or visiting www.gamblinghelponline.org.au is free, confidential, and available 24/7. Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness.

Remember: gamble responsibly. Set your limits. Know when to stop. Help is always available.

Last updated: 2026 — kilbribuilding.com