Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At alinabconsulting.com, we believe that online pokies and casino games should be enjoyed purely as entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Gambling always carries the risk of losing money, and no strategy can guarantee winnings. Please gamble responsibly and within your means.
Age Verification
By accessing and using our services, you confirm that you are at least 18 years of age or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction, whichever is greater. It is illegal for anyone under this age to gamble online in Australia. We take age verification seriously and reserve the right to request proof of age at any time.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following warning signs in your behaviour, please seek help immediately:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to try to recover money you've lost
- Gambling with money intended for essential expenses (rent, bills, food)
- Hiding your gambling activities or lying about how much you gamble
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when trying to reduce gambling
- Neglecting work, family, or social commitments due to gambling
- Borrowing money to gamble or pay gambling debts
- Gambling for longer periods or with larger amounts than intended
- Using gambling as an escape from stress, anxiety, or depression
- Failed attempts to cut back or stop gambling
- Experiencing relationship or financial problems due to gambling
Self-Help Tools & Resources
We encourage all players to use the following tools to help maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to deposit within a specific timeframe
- Loss Limits: Limit the maximum amount you're willing to lose in a session or day
- Session Time Limits: Set a time limit for your gaming sessions and stick to it
- Reality Checks: Use notifications that remind you how long and how much you've been playing
- Self-Exclusion: Take a break from gambling by temporarily or permanently closing your account
- Account Cooling-Off: Request a pause on your account to give yourself time to reconsider
Support Organisations
If you're struggling with gambling, please reach out to one of these trusted support services:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online - Free, confidential counselling and support for problem gambling
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
1800 858 858 (free call)
International Support
- GamCare (United Kingdom) - Free support and self-help tools
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop (United Kingdom) - National self-exclusion scheme
www.gamstop.co.uk - Responsible Gambling Council (Canada) - Education and support resources
www.responsiblegambling.org - National Council on Problem Gambling (United States) - Helpline and resources
www.ncpgambling.org
Need Help?
If you believe you have a gambling problem, please seek help today. There is no shame in asking for support. Many people have successfully overcome problem gambling with professional help and support from their community.
Contact Gambling Help Online on 1800 858 858 for free, confidential advice and support available 24/7.
Remember: Your wellbeing is more important than any game.