Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At Hervey Bay Bowl, we believe that online gambling should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please gamble responsibly and within your means.
Remember: the house always has an edge, and there is no guaranteed way to win. Only spend what you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
You must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction) to access and use online gambling services in Australia.
We take underage gambling seriously. If you are under 18, please do not attempt to register or participate in any gambling activities on this site.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognize any of the following signs in your own behavior, it may be time to seek help:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money you've lost
- Gambling with money intended for bills, rent, or essential expenses
- Hiding your gambling activities from family, friends, or partners
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or depressed when not gambling
- Gambling for longer periods than you intended
- Needing to gamble with increasing amounts of money to achieve the same excitement
- Lying about the extent of your gambling
- Borrowing money or selling possessions to fund gambling
- Neglecting work, school, or personal relationships due to gambling
- Feeling unable to stop or control your gambling
Self-Help Tools & Features
Most reputable online casinos offer responsible gaming tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose during a gaming session
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders about how long you have been playing and how much you have spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing your account for a set period
- Session Time Limits: Automatically log out after a predetermined period of play
We encourage you to use these tools proactively to keep your gambling enjoyable and within safe limits.
Support Organizations & Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. Please reach out to one of these organizations:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online – Free, confidential support and counseling
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Available 24/7 with chat, email, and phone support
International Resources
- GamCare (United Kingdom)
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop (United Kingdom) – National self-exclusion scheme
www.gamstop.co.uk - Responsible Gambling Council (Canada)
www.responsiblegambling.org - National Council on Problem Gambling (United States)
www.ncpgambling.org
If You Need Help
If you believe you have a problem with gambling, please seek help immediately. There is no shame in reaching out – problem gambling is a recognized condition, and support is available.
Contact Gambling Help Online at www.gamblinghelponline.org.au or call 1800 858 858 (toll-free in Australia).
Your health and wellbeing are our priority. Gamble responsibly, and enjoy the entertainment value of gaming within your limits.