Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
At Belle Bijoux Australia, we're committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Online pokies and casino games should only ever be viewed as a form of entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems.
Remember: the house always has a mathematical advantage. Only gamble with money you can afford to lose, and never chase losses by gambling more than you planned.
Age Verification
In Australia, you must be 18 years of age or older to legally participate in online gambling. Belle Bijoux Australia is committed to verifying the age of all users and strictly prohibits access to anyone under the legal age.
If you are under 18, please do not attempt to access gambling services. If you have concerns about a young person's gambling, contact the support organisations listed below.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of these signs in yourself or someone you know, please seek help immediately:
- Gambling more often or with larger amounts than intended
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding gambling activity from family, friends, or partners
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or guilty about gambling
- Neglecting work, study, or personal relationships due to gambling
- Borrowing money or going into debt to gamble
- Unsuccessful attempts to reduce or stop gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems or negative feelings
- Lying about the amount of time or money spent gambling
- Experiencing relationship conflicts due to gambling habits
Self-Help Tools & Safer Gambling Features
Most reputable online gambling platforms offer tools to help you stay in control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to spend per day, week, or month
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose during a gaming session
- Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders of how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Time-Out/Break: Take a temporary break from gambling for a set period (days or weeks)
- Self-Exclusion: Permanently or temporarily exclude yourself from accessing gambling services
These tools are designed to help you gamble responsibly. Take advantage of them to protect yourself and maintain control.
Support Organizations in Australia & Worldwide
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au — Free, confidential counselling and support services for problem gambling
- Gambler's Help: Phone 1800 858 858 (24/7 support in multiple languages)
International Resources
- United Kingdom: GamCare — www.gamcare.org.uk
- United Kingdom: GamStop (Self-Exclusion Scheme) — www.gamstop.co.uk
- Canada: Responsible Gambling Council — www.responsiblegambling.org
- United States: National Council on Problem Gambling — www.ncpgambling.org
- Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) — www.bzga.de
If You Need Help
Problem gambling is a serious issue, but recovery is possible. Reaching out for support is a sign of strength, not weakness.
Whether you're experiencing problem gambling yourself or are concerned about someone else:
- Contact Gambling Help Online at www.gamblinghelponline.org.au or call 1800 858 858
- Talk to a trusted friend, family member, or healthcare professional
- Use self-exclusion tools available on gambling platforms
- Seek counselling or therapy from a qualified mental health professional
Help is available, confidential, and free. Don't wait—reach out today if you need support.