Responsible Gaming

Gambling Should Be Entertainment, Not Income

At Acorn Media AU, we're committed to promoting responsible gambling practices. Online casino gaming should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only, never as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Always gamble within your means and only with money you can afford to lose.

Remember: the house always has a mathematical advantage. No strategy or system can guarantee winnings.

Age Verification

Online gambling in Australia is only available to persons aged 18 years and over. If you are under the legal gambling age, you must not access or use any PayPal casino services featured on this website.

All affiliated operators are required to verify your age before allowing participation in real-money gaming.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Problem gambling can develop gradually. Be aware of these warning signs:

• Chasing losses—attempting to recover lost money by gambling more
• Hiding your gambling activities from family or friends
• Gambling with money intended for bills, rent, or essential expenses
• Feeling anxious or irritable when not gambling
• Increasing the amount or frequency of gambling to achieve the same excitement
• Failed attempts to cut back or stop gambling
• Using gambling to escape problems or negative emotions
• Borrowing money or going into debt to finance gambling
• Neglecting work, study, family, or personal relationships due to gambling
• Lying about the extent of your gambling involvement

If you recognise any of these signs in your own behaviour, please seek help immediately.

Self-Help Tools & Controls

Most licensed online casinos provide built-in responsible gaming tools to help you stay in control:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
• Loss Limits: Cap the amount you're willing to lose during a gaming session
• Session Time Limits: Restrict how long you can play in one sitting
• Reality Checks: Receive periodic notifications showing your balance and time spent playing
• Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from an account, preventing access for a set period
• Account Closure: Permanently close your account if you wish to stop gambling entirely

Always use these tools proactively. They're designed to protect you.

Support Organisations & Resources

If you're struggling with problem gambling, confidential support is available from these trusted organisations:

Australia

• Gambling Help Online — Free, confidential support for Australian residents
  www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
  Telephone: 1800 858 858 (free call, 24/7)

United Kingdom

• GamCare — Counselling and support service
  www.gamcare.org.uk
• GamStop — National self-exclusion scheme
  www.gamstop.co.uk

Canada

• Responsible Gambling Council
  www.responsiblegambling.org

United States

• National Council on Problem Gambling — Helpline and referral service
  www.ncpgambling.org
  Helpline: 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537)

Germany

• Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) — Federal Centre for Health Education
  www.bzga.de

If You Need Help, Reach Out Today

Problem gambling is a recognised health condition, and recovery is possible. There is no shame in seeking support. Whether you're concerned about your own gambling or that of a family member, professional help is just a phone call or click away.

Don't suffer in silence. Contact one of the organisations listed above—they're here to help, and their services are free and confidential.