Responsible Gaming
Our Commitment to Safe Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
At virginiathorley.com, we believe that online pokies and casino gaming should be enjoyed as entertainment only. Gambling should never be viewed as a way to earn money, solve financial problems, or replace employment. Always play with money you can afford to lose, and never gamble with funds needed for essential expenses like rent, bills, or groceries.
Age Verification
In Australia, online gambling is restricted to individuals aged 18 years and over. If you are under the legal gambling age in your state or territory, you must not participate in any gambling activities. It is your responsibility to ensure you meet all legal requirements before playing.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you experience any of the following, you may be developing a gambling problem:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money you've lost
- Hiding your gambling activities from family, friends, or partners
- Spending increasing amounts of time and money on gambling
- Neglecting work, study, family, or personal relationships due to gambling
- Borrowing money or using credit to fund gambling
- Feeling anxious or irritable when unable to gamble
- Using gambling to escape problems or relieve stress
- Lying about the amount of time or money spent gambling
- Unsuccessful attempts to cut back or stop gambling
- Experiencing financial difficulties due to gambling
If you recognise these signs in yourself, please seek help immediately.
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Many gambling operators provide tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Restrict the maximum amount you're willing to lose in a given period
- Reality Checks: Enable pop-up reminders to check how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Session Time Limits: Set automatic disconnection after a predetermined gaming session
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from gambling services for a period you choose
We encourage you to use these tools proactively to maintain healthy gambling habits.
Support Organisations & Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, help is available:
Australia
Gambling Help Online
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 (free and confidential)
Free counselling, resources, and support for problem gambling across Australia.
United Kingdom
GamCare
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
Free information and support for anyone affected by problem gambling.
GamStop
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
The National Self-Exclusion Scheme for online gambling in the UK.
Canada
Responsible Gambling Council
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
Resources and support for responsible gambling practices.
United States
National Council on Problem Gambling
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700
Free and confidential support available 24/7.
Germany
Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
Information and resources for problem gambling support in Germany.
If You Have a Problem, Please Seek Help
Problem gambling is a recognised health issue that can affect anyone. Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Whether you're experiencing gambling problems yourself or are concerned about someone else, the organisations listed above provide confidential, non-judgmental support.
Take action today: Contact Gambling Help Online on 1800 858 858 or visit www.gamblinghelponline.org.au for immediate support.