Responsible Gambling
Gambling is entertainment. When it stops being fun, it's time to take action. This page outlines the tools available to keep gambling safe and the resources available for anyone who needs support in Australia.
Recognise the Warning Signs
Problem gambling can affect anyone. Warning signs include:
- Gambling more than you can afford to lose
- Chasing losses by depositing more
- Lying to family or friends about gambling activity
- Borrowing money to fund gambling
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or depressed when not gambling
- Neglecting work, family, or personal health due to gambling
Responsible Gambling Tools at Wazamba
Wazamba Casino offers the following tools to help players stay in control. These can be activated in your account settings or by contacting support:
- Deposit Limits: Set daily, weekly, or monthly caps on how much you can deposit.
- Loss Limits: Restrict how much you can lose in a defined period.
- Session Time Limits: Set a maximum session duration and receive automatic logout.
- Reality Checks: Periodic reminders showing how long you've been playing and your net result.
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from your account. Contact Wazamba support to activate.
- Cool-Off Period: Take a short break (24 hours to 30 days) without full closure.
Free Help in Australia
| Service | Contact | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| National Gambling Helpline | 1800 858 858 | 24/7, free |
| Gambling Help Online | gamblinghelponline.org.au | 24/7 online chat |
| Lifeline | 13 11 14 | 24/7 |
| Beyond Blue | 1300 22 4636 | 24/7 |
| GamCare (international) | gamcare.org.uk | Online resources |
Useful Third-Party Tools
- Gambling Therapy — global free self-help and counselling at gamblingtherapy.org
- BetBlocker — free app that blocks access to gambling sites at betblocker.org
- Gamban — multi-device gambling blocking software at gamban.com
You are always in control. If you feel that gambling is no longer fun, please reach out — help is free and confidential.