Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At The Lolly Shop Illawarra, we believe that online betting should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Gambling carries risk, and it's important to gamble responsibly within your means.
Always remember: only bet what you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
In Australia, you must be 18 years of age or older to participate in online betting and gambling activities. It is your responsibility to ensure you meet the legal age requirement in your jurisdiction.
If you are under 18, please do not use our services. Parents and guardians: please monitor children's online activity and ensure they do not access gambling websites.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you experience any of the following, you may be developing a gambling problem. Please seek help:
- Chasing losses: Betting more money to recover previous losses
- Hiding gambling activity: Being secretive about how much you gamble or spend
- Loss of control: Unable to stick to betting limits you've set
- Neglecting responsibilities: Missing work, school, family time, or other commitments due to gambling
- Borrowing to gamble: Taking loans or using credit cards to fund gambling
- Gambling to escape: Using gambling to cope with stress, anxiety, or depression
- Tolerance: Needing to bet larger amounts to get the same level of excitement
- Failed attempts to quit: Trying unsuccessfully to cut back or stop gambling
- Relationship conflicts: Arguments with family or friends about gambling habits
- Financial difficulties: Unable to pay bills or debts due to gambling losses
Self-Help Tools & Player Protections
Most reputable betting sites offer tools to help you gamble responsibly:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose over a given period
- Reality Checks: Receive reminders about how long you've been gambling and how much you've spent
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from betting for a set period or permanently
- Session Timers: Set reminders to take breaks during gaming sessions
- Account Closure: Request permanent closure of your account if needed
We encourage you to use these tools. If your chosen betting operator doesn't offer them, consider switching to one that does.
Get Help — Support Organisations
If you're struggling with gambling, professional help is available. In Australia, these organisations provide free, confidential support:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online — Free counselling and support service
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 (toll-free, 24/7) - Gambler's Help — Victorian gambling support service
Phone: 1800 858 858
International Support
- GamCare (UK) — Support and treatment for problem gambling
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) — 1-800-GAMBLER
www.ncpgambling.org
Take Action Today
If you believe you have a gambling problem, seek help immediately. There is no shame in asking for support—gambling addiction is treatable, and recovery is possible.
Contact Gambling Help Online on 1800 858 858 (Australia) or visit the support organisations listed above.
Your wellbeing is important to us. Gamble responsibly.