Responsible Gaming

Gaming Should Be Entertainment

At The Deadly South, 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, pay bills, or solve financial problems. If you find yourself relying on gambling as income, it may be time to seek support.

Please gamble responsibly and within your means. Set a budget you can afford to lose and stick to it.

Age Verification

You must be 18 years of age or older to access and use gaming services in Australia. If you are under the legal age for gambling in your jurisdiction, please do not proceed.

The Deadly South is committed to preventing underage gambling and takes age verification seriously.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

If you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, problem gambling may be developing:

• Chasing losses: Spending more money trying to recover losses from previous sessions
• Hiding gambling activity: Keeping your gambling secret from family, friends, or partners
• Loss of control: Inability to stick to set limits or stop when you've decided to
• Neglecting responsibilities: Prioritising gambling over work, study, relationships, or household duties
• Borrowing to gamble: Using loans, credit cards, or borrowed money to fund gambling
• Mood changes: Becoming irritable, anxious, or depressed when not gambling
• Increasing stakes: Needing to bet larger amounts to get the same excitement
• Failed attempts to quit: Repeatedly trying and failing to reduce or stop gambling
• Relationship strain: Arguments with loved ones about gambling habits
• Financial difficulties: Experiencing money problems due to gambling

If you experience several of these signs, professional support is available and strongly recommended.

Self-Help Tools & Player Protections

Most licensed gaming operators in Australia offer tools to help you maintain control of your gambling:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
• Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose in a given time frame
• Session Time Limits: Restrict how long you can play during a single session
• Reality Checks: Receive notifications at regular intervals reminding you of time and money spent
• Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gaming platforms
• Account Closure: Permanently close your account if you wish to stop gambling entirely

Use these tools to help manage your gambling responsibly. Always review your account settings regularly.

Support Organisations & Resources

If you're struggling with gambling or suspect problem gambling, help is available. Contact one of these organisations:

Australia

• Gambling Help Online — Free, confidential counselling and support
  Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
  Phone: 1800 858 858 (free call from anywhere in Australia)
• Gambler's Help — Counselling and support services across Victoria
  Phone: 1800 858 858
• Problem Gambling Services NSW — Support for New South Wales residents
  Phone: 1800 858 858

United Kingdom

• GamCare — Free support for problem gamblers
  Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
• GamStop — National self-exclusion scheme for UK gambling sites
  Website: www.gamstop.co.uk

Canada

• Responsible Gambling Council — Information and resources for Canadian players
  Website: www.responsiblegambling.org

United States

• National Council on Problem Gambling — Free helpline and resources
  Website: www.ncpgambling.org
  Phone: 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537)

Germany

• Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) — Federal centre for health education
  Website: www.bzga.de

All support is confidential and free. Organisations are staffed by trained professionals who understand problem gambling and can provide practical help.

If You Need Help

Seeking help for problem gambling is a sign of strength, not weakness. If you're concerned about your gambling or that of someone close to you, please reach out to one of the support organisations listed above today.

Remember: You don't have to face this alone. Professional support is available, free of charge, and completely confidential.

Gamble responsibly. Gamble for entertainment only.