Responsible Gaming
Introduction
At Freestyle Bouldering, we're committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Online pokies and gaming should be enjoyed as entertainment only—not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please gamble only with money you can afford to lose, and always maintain a healthy balance in your life.
Age Verification
Gaming is strictly for adults aged 18 years and over in Australia. If you are under the legal age, you must not participate in any gaming activities. It is illegal for minors to gamble, and we take this responsibility seriously.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you notice any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, it may indicate a problem with gambling:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to try to recover money lost
- Gambling with increasing amounts of money to achieve the same excitement
- Hiding gambling activity from family, friends, or partners
- Neglecting work, study, or personal relationships due to gambling
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems or relieve stress
- Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
- Lying about the amount of time or money spent on gaming
- Failed attempts to stop or reduce gambling
- Experiencing financial difficulties due to gambling habits
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Most reputable gaming platforms offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to deposit within a specific period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Restrict the amount of money you're willing to lose during a gaming session
- Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders about how long you've been playing and how much you've wagered
- Session Time Limits: Set automatic log-out times to prevent extended gaming sessions
- Self-Exclusion: Take a break from gaming by temporarily or permanently excluding yourself from gaming platforms
- Account Cooling-Off Period: Request a mandatory break before returning to your account
Support & Help Organizations
If you or someone you know needs support with problem gambling, please reach out to one of these organizations:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Free, confidential counseling and support for problem gambling in Australia. Offers webchat, phone counseling, and resources. - Gambling Help Services (State-Based)
Contact your state's gambling help service for localized support and resources.
International Support
- GamCare (United Kingdom)
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
Free support and information on problem gambling. - GamStop (United Kingdom)
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
National self-exclusion scheme for gambling in the UK. - National Council on Problem Gambling (United States)
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
Resources and support for problem gambling in North America. - Responsible Gambling Council (Canada)
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
Information and support for Canadian gamblers.
Take Action Today
If you think you may have a gambling problem, please seek help immediately. There is no shame in reaching out—problem gambling is treatable, and support is available. Contact Gambling Help Online at 1800 858 858 (free call, 24/7) for confidential support.
Remember: Gambling should be fun and entertaining. If it's causing you stress, financial hardship, or affecting your relationships, it's time to get help. You are not alone.