Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At Madeline Bourke, we believe that online pokies and casino gaming should be enjoyed purely as a form of entertainment. Gambling should never be viewed as a way to earn money, solve financial problems, or supplement your income. Please play responsibly and only wager what you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
All players must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction) to participate in gaming activities on this website. We are committed to preventing underage gambling and maintain strict age verification procedures.
If you are under 18, please do not use this service. Parents and guardians are encouraged to implement parental controls on devices used by minors.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Are you experiencing any of the following? Please be honest with yourself:
- Chasing losses by gambling with more money to recover what you've lost
- Hiding your gambling activities from family, friends, or partners
- Gambling with money intended for essential expenses (rent, bills, food)
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
- Gambling for longer periods than intended
- Lying about the amount of time or money spent on gambling
- Borrowing money to fund gambling activities
- Neglecting work, education, or family responsibilities due to gambling
- Unsuccessful attempts to reduce or stop gambling
- Using gambling as an escape from problems or difficult emotions
If you recognise any of these signs in your behaviour, help is available.
Self-Help Tools & Limits
Most reputable gaming platforms offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified timeframe (daily, weekly, monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose during a gaming session
- Reality Checks: Enable notifications that remind you how long you've been playing
- Session Time Limits: Automatically log out after a set period of time
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gaming accounts
Take advantage of these tools to maintain healthy gaming habits.
Support Organisations
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, the following organisations provide free, confidential support:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Free counselling and support services for Australians affected by problem gambling. Available 24/7.
International Support
- GamCare (United Kingdom)
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop (United Kingdom)
www.gamstop.co.uk - Responsible Gambling Council (Canada)
www.responsiblegambling.org - National Council on Problem Gambling (United States)
www.ncpgambling.org
Need Help?
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, please seek help immediately. There is no shame in asking for support. Professional counsellors are available to provide confidential assistance at no cost.
Contact Gambling Help Online on www.gamblinghelponline.org.au or call 1800 858 858 for free, confidential advice and referrals to local services in Australia.
Remember: Gaming should be fun. If it's not, stop and seek help.