Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At Beat of the Bush, we believe that online gaming should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. While gaming can be fun and exciting, it's important to approach it responsibly and within your means.
If you find yourself struggling to control your gaming habits, please reach out for support. Help is available.
Age Verification
Online gaming in Australia is only for adults aged 18 years and over. By accessing gaming services through Beat of the Bush, you confirm that you are at least 18 years of age and meet all legal requirements in your jurisdiction.
Parents and guardians: if you're concerned about a young person's gaming activity, please speak with them about responsible gaming practices.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Do you recognize any of these warning signs in your own gaming behavior?
- Spending more time and money on gaming than intended
- Chasing losses by gambling more to try to recover money you've lost
- Hiding your gaming activity from family, friends, or partners
- Neglecting work, school, family, or personal relationships due to gaming
- Using gaming as an escape from stress, anxiety, or depression
- Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gaming
- Feeling anxious or irritable when unable to game
- Failed attempts to cut back or stop gaming
- Lying about the amount of time or money spent on gaming
- Experiencing financial, legal, or relationship problems due to gaming
If you've identified with several of these signs, it may be time to seek help.
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Most reputable online gaming platforms, including those featured on Beat of the Bush, offer tools to help you game responsibly:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, monthly)
- Loss Limits: Cap the amount of money you're willing to lose in a set period
- Session Limits: Set time restrictions on your gaming sessions
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders during your gaming session about how long you've been playing and how much you've wagered
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gaming platforms
- Account Closure: Request permanent closure of your gaming account
We encourage you to use these tools to maintain control over your gaming activity.
Support Organizations & Helplines
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, support is available. Here are trusted organizations:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online – Free confidential counselling and self-assessment tools
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 (24/7, free call)
International Resources
- GamCare (UK) – Free, confidential support and treatment for problem gambling
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop (UK) – Free national self-exclusion scheme
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk - Responsible Gambling Council (Canada) – Information and resources for problem gambling
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org - National Council on Problem Gambling (USA) – Confidential helpline and resources
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
Phone: 1-800-522-4700
All support services are confidential and free to use. Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness.
Take Action Today
If you're concerned about your gaming habits or those of someone close to you, please don't hesitate to reach out to one of the support organizations listed above. Early intervention can make a real difference.
Remember: Gaming should be fun. If it stops being fun, it's time to seek help.