Responsible Gambling

Signs of Problem Gambling

• Spending more time or money gambling than originally intended can indicate a problem. Individuals may find themselves wagering more frequently or increasing their bets without intending to do so.
• Chasing losses is a common behavior where gamblers try to recover money lost by gambling even more, often leading to deeper financial troubles.
• Borrowing money to fund gambling activities is a significant warning sign; whether from friends, family, or financial institutions, this behavior can lead to escalating debts.

Self-Exclusion and Deposit Limits

Explain that players should use each licensed operator's account tools to set deposit, loss, wagering, spending, time and session limits before playing, and contact the operator to request account closure or self-exclusion. Explain that BetStop is Australia's national self-exclusion register for participating licensed online wagering services, while Lin-Ley is an affiliate and cannot set limits or exclude a player directly; link users to the operator and BetStop instructions.

Australian Help and Support

• Gambling Help Online offers confidential support and resources. Visit their website for more information: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
• National Gambling Helpline: Call 1800 858 858 for free and confidential support, available 24/7. Online chat and email support are also available.
• Lifeline Australia provides 24/7 crisis support at 13 11 14. Gambler's Help Youthline is available at 1800 262 376. In emergencies, dial 000. Support is accessible for individuals affected by someone else's gambling.

How Lin-Ley Promotes Responsible Gambling

Lin-Ley underscores responsible gambling by providing clear and balanced information about gaming options available to Australian players. The site displays responsible gambling messaging and includes links to independent help resources, ensuring users have access to vital support. Lin-Ley exclusively promotes services that align with responsible gambling practices, avoids portraying gambling as a financial solution, and encourages users to verify an operator's license on the ACMA register prior to registration, emphasizing that it does not manage gambling accounts or provide counseling.

Tips for Safer Play

• Gamble only with money that has been set aside for entertainment purposes.
• Set a strict time limit and spending budget before starting your gambling session.
• Avoid chasing losses; accept losses as part of the experience.

Australian Regulators

• The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) enforces the Interactive Gambling Act 2001 and investigates illegal online gambling services. For more information, visit the ACMA website.
• Gambling operations in Australia are licensed and regulated by state and territory authorities. Each jurisdiction has its own regulatory body to oversee gambling activities.
• Links to state and territory regulators include: Liquor and Gaming NSW (https://www.liquorandgaming.nsw.gov.au), Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (https://www.vgccc.vic.gov.au), ACT Gambling and Racing Commission (https://www.gamblingandracing.act.gov.au), Queensland's Office of Liquor and Gaming Regulation (https://www.business.qld.gov.au/running-business/queensland-gaming), South Australia's Consumer and Business Services (https://www.cbs.sa.gov.au), Tasmania's Liquor and Gaming Commission (https://www.lgc.tas.gov.au), Northern Territory Racing Commission (https://trc.nt.gov.au), and Western Australia's Gaming and Wagering Commission (https://www.gaming.nsw.gov.au).