Responsible Gaming
Introduction
At Leopold Wildlife Shelter, we are committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Bitcoin pokies and all forms of gambling should be viewed as entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. There is no guaranteed way to win, and the odds always favour the house. Please gamble only with money you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
In Australia, you must be at least 18 years of age to participate in online gambling. If you are under the legal age, please do not access bitcoin pokies or any gambling services. We take age verification seriously and reserve the right to verify your identity at any time.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, help is available:
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Chasing losses by gambling more to try to win back lost money
- Hiding gambling activities or lying about how much you gamble
- Neglecting family, friends, work, or other responsibilities due to gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
- Borrowing money to gamble or gambling with borrowed funds
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or distressed when unable to gamble
- Failing to cut back or control gambling despite wanting to
- Gambling affecting your mental health, relationships, or finances
Self-Help Tools
Most responsible gambling platforms offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose before stopping play
- Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders during gaming sessions about how long you have been playing and how much you have spent
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from gambling for a set period or permanently if you feel your gambling is out of control
Use these tools proactively to ensure your gambling remains enjoyable and within your means.
Support Organizations
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, please reach out to one of these organisations:
- Gambling Help Online (Australia): www.gamblinghelponline.org.au — Free, confidential counselling and support services for Australians affected by gambling
- GamCare (United Kingdom): www.gamcare.org.uk — Free, confidential support for problem gamblers and their families
- GamStop (United Kingdom): www.gamstop.co.uk — National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
- Responsible Gambling Council (Canada): www.responsiblegambling.org — Promotes responsible gambling practices in Canada
- National Council on Problem Gambling (United States): www.ncpgambling.org — Free helpline: 1-800-522-4700
Call to Action
If you believe you have a problem with gambling, please seek help today. There is no shame in asking for support. The organisations listed above offer free, confidential assistance. Reach out to a counsellor, speak to a trusted friend or family member, or contact your GP for a referral to specialist services. Your wellbeing matters.