Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
Online pokies should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only. Gambling should never be viewed as a way to earn money, solve financial problems, or supplement your income. Always play with money you can afford to lose, and never gamble with funds intended for essential expenses such as rent, bills, groceries, or savings.
Age Verification
In Australia, you must be at least 18 years of age to gamble legally. asada.net.au is strictly for adults only. We are committed to preventing access by minors and take this responsibility seriously. If you are under 18, please do not use this website.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, help is available:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to try to recover money lost
- Hiding or lying about the amount of time or money spent gambling
- Neglecting family, work, or personal responsibilities due to gambling
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when unable to gamble
- Increasing amounts of money or time needed to achieve the same excitement
- Failed attempts to cut back or stop gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
- Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
- Experiencing relationship conflicts related to gambling habits
Self-Help Tools
Most responsible gambling platforms offer tools to help you stay in control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose in a session or over time
- Time-Out/Reality Checks: Take mandatory breaks from gambling with reminders about your activity
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gambling sites
Always use these tools proactively to maintain healthy gambling habits.
Support and Resources in Australia
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, confidential support is available:
Primary Australian Resource
- Gambling Help Online — www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Free, confidential counselling and support services for problem gambling in Australia. Available 24/7.
International Resources
- GamCare — www.gamcare.org.uk
Free information and support for problem gambling (UK-based but accessible internationally) - GamStop — www.gamstop.co.uk
National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling (UK) - National Council on Problem Gambling — www.ncpgambling.org
Resources and helpline for problem gambling (United States) - Responsible Gambling Council — www.responsiblegambling.org
Information and support resources (Canada)
Take Action Today
If gambling is affecting your life or the lives of those around you, please seek help immediately. There is no shame in reaching out. Speaking with a counsellor or trusted person is the first step toward recovery. Contact Gambling Help Online or another support service listed above — they are here to help.
Remember: Gambling should be fun. If it's no longer fun, it's time to get help.