Responsible Gambling
Gambling can be an enjoyable form of entertainment when kept within healthy limits. We are committed to promoting responsible gambling and providing our visitors with information to help them stay in control.
Gamble Responsibly
The following guidelines can help you maintain a healthy relationship with gambling:
- Only gamble with money you can afford to lose.
- Set a budget before you start and stick to it.
- Never chase losses.
- Take regular breaks.
- Do not gamble when upset, stressed, or intoxicated.
- Treat gambling as entertainment, not as a way to make money.
- Balance gambling with other leisure activities.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Be aware of these signs that gambling may be becoming a problem:
- Spending more money or time on gambling than you intended.
- Gambling to escape problems or relieve negative emotions.
- Lying to family or friends about your gambling.
- Borrowing money to gamble.
- Feeling irritable or anxious when not gambling.
- Neglecting work, family, or other responsibilities.
Self-Exclusion & Limits
All reputable online casinos, including Uptown Pokies, offer responsible gambling tools such as:
- Deposit limits (daily, weekly, monthly)
- Session time limits
- Reality checks and loss limits
- Self-exclusion (temporary or permanent)
- Cool-off periods
Contact the casino's support team directly to activate any of these tools.
Help & Support Organisations
If you or someone you know needs help with a gambling problem, please contact a professional support service:
- BeGambleAware – Free, confidential support
- Gambling Therapy – Online support worldwide
- GamCare – National helpline & live chat
- Gamblers Anonymous – Peer support groups
Age Verification
This site is strictly for adults aged 18 and over. If you are under 18, please leave this site immediately. We support all efforts to prevent underage gambling.