Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment
At Stake Online Casino Australia, we are committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Gambling should only ever be considered as entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Only gamble with money you can afford to lose, and never use gambling as a substitute for employment or financial security.
Age Verification
By accessing and using Stake Online Casino Australia, you confirm that you are:
- At least 18 years of age (or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction), AND
- Legally permitted to gamble in your location under applicable Australian and local laws
We strictly prohibit access to anyone under the legal gambling age. If you are under 18, please do not use this website.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you experience any of the following, you may have a gambling problem. Please seek help:
- Chasing Losses: Trying to recover lost money by gambling more
- Hiding Gambling Activity: Concealing the extent of your gambling from family or friends
- Loss of Control: Unable to stop gambling or stick to set limits
- Neglecting Responsibilities: Missing work, school, or family commitments due to gambling
- Financial Strain: Borrowing money, using credit cards, or selling possessions to gamble
- Emotional Dependence: Gambling to escape stress, anxiety, depression, or other negative emotions
- Increased Stakes: Needing to gamble larger amounts to experience the same excitement
- Failed Attempts to Quit: Repeated unsuccessful efforts to reduce or stop gambling
- Relationship Problems: Arguments with family or friends about gambling
- Anxiety About Gambling: Feeling irritable or anxious when unable to gamble
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Stake Online Casino Australia provides tools to help you maintain control over your gambling:
- Deposit Limits: Set maximum deposit amounts per day, week, or month
- Loss Limits: Set maximum loss amounts to protect your finances
- Session Time Limits: Restrict the duration of your gaming sessions
- Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders about time spent and money wagered
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from the platform
- Account Cooling-Off Period: Take a break from gambling for a specified period
- Gambling Pause: Voluntary suspension of your account
We encourage you to use these tools proactively to maintain healthy gambling habits.
Support Organizations & Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, professional help is available:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online – Free, confidential support service
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 (free call)
Available 24/7 with counselling, information, and referral services
United Kingdom (for UK-based users)
- GamCare – Free support and counselling
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
www.ncpgambling.org
Helpline: 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537)
Additional Resources
- Speak with a counsellor, family member, or trusted friend
- Contact your local health services for mental health support
- Seek financial advice from a qualified financial counsellor
If You Need Help
If you are experiencing problem gambling, please reach out for support today. Help is available, and recovery is possible.
Do not hesitate to contact one of the organisations listed above. Support services are confidential, non-judgmental, and free of charge. Your wellbeing is important to us.
If you wish to self-exclude from Stake Online Casino Australia or access responsible gaming tools, please contact our customer support team or visit your account settings.
Our Commitment
Stake Online Casino Australia is committed to providing a safe and responsible gaming environment. We support the principles of responsible gambling and comply with all applicable Australian gambling regulations and laws. We continuously work to identify and support players who may be at risk of problem gambling.