Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Fun, Not a Financial Strategy
At Pencils Community, we're committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Live dealer casino gaming should be enjoyed as entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please gamble within your means and only with money you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
You must be 18 years of age or older to participate in online gambling in Australia. It is your responsibility to ensure you meet the legal age requirements in your jurisdiction before accessing any gaming platforms.
If you are under 18, please do not proceed. Underage gambling is illegal and harmful.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Please be aware of the following signs that may indicate you or someone you know has a gambling problem:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding or lying about the amount of time or money spent gambling
- Gambling with money needed for essential expenses (rent, bills, groceries)
- Experiencing mood changes when unable to gamble
- Neglecting family, friends, work, or education due to gambling
- Borrowing money to fund gambling activities
- Feeling anxious or irritable when trying to reduce gambling
- Unsuccessfully attempting to cut back or stop gambling
- Using gambling to escape stress, anxiety, or other emotional problems
- Losing interest in hobbies or activities you once enjoyed
If you recognize any of these signs in your behaviour, please seek help immediately.
Self-Help Tools & Safer Gaming Features
Most responsible gaming platforms offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose during a gaming session
- Time Limits: Set reminders or automatic session timeouts to limit gaming duration
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders about time spent and money wagered
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gaming platforms
- Account Pause: Temporarily suspend your account to take a break from gambling
We encourage you to use these tools proactively to maintain responsible gaming habits.
Support Organizations & Resources
If you're struggling with problem gambling, professional help is available:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online – Free, confidential counselling and support
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858
International Resources
- GamCare (UK) – Free support and counselling
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)
www.ncpgambling.org
If You Need Help
Please reach out today. There is no shame in seeking support. Help is available 24/7 from trained professionals who understand problem gambling.
If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, contact Gambling Help Online at 1800 858 858 or visit their website for live chat, email, and counselling services.
Your wellbeing is important. Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness.
Pencils Community is committed to responsible gaming. By using our site, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Responsible Gaming information and that you are gambling within your means.