Responsible Gaming

Gaming Should Be Entertainment

At Andreas Ace Driving Academy, we believe that online pokies and gaming should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only. Gambling is never a reliable way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please gamble responsibly and within your means.

Set a budget you can afford to lose and stick to it. Remember: the odds always favour the house, and outcomes are determined by random chance.

Age Verification

You must be 18 years of age or older to participate in online gaming in Australia. We are committed to preventing underage gambling and strictly enforce age verification protocols.

If you are under 18, please do not access gaming services. Parents and guardians are encouraged to use content filtering software to restrict access.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Problem gambling can develop gradually. Please check yourself against these warning signs:

• Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
• Hiding gambling activity from family, friends, or partners
• Gambling with money needed for bills, rent, or essentials
• Feeling anxious or irritable when not gambling
• Gambling for longer periods or with larger amounts than intended
• Neglecting work, study, or personal relationships due to gambling
• Borrowing money to fund gambling activities
• Lying about the amount of time or money spent gambling
• Failed attempts to cut back or stop gambling
• Using gambling to escape stress, anxiety, or depression

If you recognise any of these signs in yourself, seek help immediately.

Self-Help Tools & Player Protection

Most reputable gaming platforms offer tools to help you maintain control:

• Deposit Limits: Set a daily, weekly, or monthly limit on the amount you can deposit
• Loss Limits: Cap the maximum amount you're willing to lose in a session
• Session Time Limits: Set automatic reminders or cut-off times for gaming sessions
• Reality Checks: Enable pop-up notifications to remind you of time and money spent
• Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gaming platforms
• Account Cooling-Off: Take a mandatory break from gaming activities

Speak with your gaming provider's customer support team to activate these protective features.

Support Organisations & Resources

If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available:

Australia

• Gambling Help Online – Free counselling and support for Australian residents
  www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
  Phone: 1800 858 858 (24/7, confidential)
• Gamblers Anonymous Australia – Free peer support meetings
  www.gamblersanonymous.org.au
• Problem Gambling Australia – Information and resources for problem gambling
  www.problemgambling.gov.au

United Kingdom

• GamCare – Free confidential support and counselling
  www.gamcare.org.uk
• GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme for UK players
  www.gamstop.co.uk

Canada

• Responsible Gambling Council – Resources and treatment referrals
  www.responsiblegambling.org

United States

• National Council on Problem Gambling – Helpline and resources
  www.ncpgambling.org
  Helpline: 1-800-522-4700

Germany

• Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) – German gambling support services
  www.bzga.de

If You Need Help

Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. If you believe you have a problem with gambling, or if someone you care about does, please reach out to one of the support organisations listed above.

All support services listed are confidential, free, and staffed by trained professionals who understand problem gambling.

Don't gamble alone. Don't gamble with money you can't afford to lose. Play responsibly.