Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
NRL betting and all forms of gambling should be enjoyed as entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. If you find yourself betting more than you can afford to lose, or if gambling is affecting your relationships, work, or wellbeing, it's time to seek help.
Remember: the odds always favour the house. Bet responsibly and within your means.
Age Verification
You must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal gambling age in your state or territory) to participate in online betting and gambling activities in Australia. It is illegal for minors to gamble.
If you are under 18, please do not use this website or place any bets. Gambling at a young age can lead to serious problems.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Do you recognise any of these warning signs in yourself or someone you know?
- Chasing losses by betting more money to recover what you've lost
- Hiding your gambling activity from family, friends, or partners
- Gambling with money needed for essentials like rent, food, or bills
- Spending more time and money on gambling than intended
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
- Neglecting work, school, or family responsibilities due to gambling
- Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
- Unable to cut back or stop gambling despite trying
- Using gambling to escape stress, anxiety, or depression
- Lying about gambling activity or the amount of money spent
If you've ticked any of these boxes, help is available. Please reach out to a support service today.
Self-Help Tools & Safer Gambling Features
Most responsible betting operators provide tools to help you stay in control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a limit on how much you're willing to lose
- Reality Checks: Receive reminders about how long you've been gambling and how much you've spent
- Time-Out (Cool-Off Period): Temporarily suspend your account for a set period
- Self-Exclusion: Permanently or temporarily exclude yourself from gambling sites
Use these tools proactively. They're designed to protect you and keep gambling fun.
Support & Help Services
If you're struggling with gambling, professional help is available. Contact one of these trusted organisations:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Free and confidential support, counselling, and resources for problem gambling across Australia. - Gambling Help Online Hotline: 1800 858 858 (free call)
International Services
- GamCare (United Kingdom)
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
Support and resources for problem gamblers and their families. - GamStop (United Kingdom)
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling in the UK. - Responsible Gambling Council (Canada)
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
Evidence-based resources and support for responsible gaming. - National Council on Problem Gambling (United States)
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
Resources, referrals, and help for problem gambling in the US.
Need Help? Take Action Today
If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, please reach out for support. There is no shame in asking for help—it's a sign of strength.
Call Gambling Help Online on 1800 858 858 today. Counsellors are available 24/7 and all calls are confidential.
Your wellbeing is more important than any bet. Help is just one call away.