Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At Echuca Paintball, we believe that online gaming should only ever be viewed as entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. While playing pokies can be fun and exciting, it's important to gamble responsibly and within your means.
Remember: the house always has an edge. Only spend what you can afford to lose, and never chase your losses.
Age Verification
You must be 18 years of age or older to gamble legally in Australia. We take this seriously and encourage all operators to verify age before allowing access to gaming services.
If you are under 18, please do not participate in online gaming or pokies. If you're concerned about a young person's gambling, reach out to one of our support organizations listed below.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Do you recognize any of these signs in your own behaviour?
- Chasing losses: Trying to win back money you've lost by gambling more
- Hiding gambling: Keeping your gambling secret from friends or family
- Spending more than planned: Gambling for longer or with more money than intended
- Neglecting responsibilities: Missing work, school, or family commitments to gamble
- Using gambling to escape: Gambling to cope with stress, anxiety, or depression
- Borrowing to gamble: Taking loans or using credit to fund gambling activities
- Failed attempts to quit: Repeatedly trying and failing to reduce or stop gambling
- Mood changes: Becoming irritable or anxious when unable to gamble
- Jeopardizing relationships: Gambling is causing conflict with loved ones
If you've noticed several of these signs, it may be time to seek help.
Self-Help Tools & Controls
Most responsible gaming operators offer tools to help you stay in control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to spend per day, week, or month
- Loss Limits: Set a cap on how much you're willing to lose in a gaming session
- Reality Checks: Receive reminders during play about how long you've been gaming and how much you've spent
- Time Limits: Set automatic session timeouts to prevent extended play
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gaming sites
Use these tools proactively. They're designed to help you maintain control and enjoy gaming responsibly.
Support Organizations & Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. Contact one of these organizations:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online – Free counselling and support for Australians
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 (free, confidential, 24/7) - Lifeline Australia – Crisis support and counselling
Phone: 13 11 14 (24/7) - Beyond Blue – Mental health support
Phone: 1300 224 636 (24/7)
International Support
- GamCare (UK)
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop (UK) – National self-exclusion scheme
www.gamstop.co.uk - Responsible Gambling Council (Canada)
www.responsiblegambling.org - National Council on Problem Gambling (USA)
www.ncpgambling.org
Take Action Today
If you think you might have a problem with gambling, please reach out for help. There is no shame in asking for support—many people have successfully recovered with the right assistance.
Contact one of the organisations listed above, or speak to a trusted friend, family member, or healthcare professional. Help is available and recovery is possible.
Your wellbeing is more important than any game.