Responsible Gaming
Our Commitment to Responsible Gaming
At Lavery Hamilton, we believe gaming should be enjoyed as entertainment only, never as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. We are committed to promoting safe and responsible gaming practices for all our visitors.
Age Verification
Online gaming is strictly for players aged 18 years and over in Australia. If you are under the legal age to gamble in your jurisdiction, please do not participate. By using our website, you confirm that you are of legal age to gamble in your location.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can develop gradually. Please be honest with yourself and watch for these warning signs:
- Gambling with money you cannot afford to lose
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding your gambling activity or lying about the time and money spent
- Experiencing mood swings or irritability when not gambling
- Neglecting family, friends, work, or study due to gambling
- Feeling anxious or stressed when trying to reduce or stop gambling
- Needing to gamble with increasing amounts of money for the same effect
- Borrowing money to gamble or pay gambling debts
- Using gambling as an escape from problems or negative emotions
- Failed attempts to cut down or stop gambling
If you recognise any of these signs in yourself or someone you know, help is available.
Self-Help Tools
Most gaming platforms offer tools to help you stay in control. These may include:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified time period
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose
- Reality Checks: Receive notifications at regular intervals to check how long you have been playing
- Self-Exclusion: Take a break from gaming by temporarily or permanently closing your account
- Time-Out: Pause your account for a set period (hours, days, or weeks)
We encourage you to use these tools to maintain control over your gaming.
Support and Help Organizations
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, professional help is available. Please reach out to one of these reputable organisations:
Australia
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Gambling Help Online
Phone: 1800 015 630 (free, confidential, 24/7)
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Provides counselling, support, and treatment services for problem gambling across Australia.
International Support
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GamCare (United Kingdom)
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk -
GamStop (United Kingdom)
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk -
Responsible Gambling Council (Canada)
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org -
National Council on Problem Gambling (United States)
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
Take Action Today
If you are concerned about your gambling or that of someone else, please seek help immediately. There is no shame in reaching out. The organisations listed above offer free, confidential support to help you regain control.
Remember: Gaming should be fun. If it stops being fun, it's time to get help.