Gambling is intended to be an enjoyable leisure activity. If gambling stops being fun, or if you find yourself spending more than you can afford, it is important to seek help early. This page provides information about available tools and Australian support services.
Know the Signs
Problem gambling can affect anyone. Common warning signs include: chasing losses, gambling with money needed for bills or rent, hiding gambling from friends or family, feeling anxious or irritable when not gambling, and borrowing money to gamble. Recognising these signs early makes it easier to get help.
Responsible Gambling Tools Available at Online Casinos
Reputable online casinos offer tools to help players stay in control:
- Deposit limits — Set daily, weekly, or monthly maximum deposit amounts.
- Loss limits — Cap the amount you can lose in a given period.
- Session time limits — Receive alerts or automatic logout after a set playing time.
- Reality checks — Periodic reminders showing how long you have been playing and how much you have wagered.
- Self-exclusion — Voluntarily block yourself from accessing a casino for a set period or indefinitely. Most casinos honour self-exclusion requests within 24 hours.
- Cool-off periods — A short temporary break from gambling, typically 24 hours to 30 days.
Contact the casino's support team directly to activate any of these tools. Under responsible gambling principles, casinos should not impose barriers to activating limits or exclusions.
Australian Support Services
- Gambling Help Online — gamblinghelponline.org.au — Free 24/7 counselling by phone, chat, and email. Phone: 1800 858 858.
- Gambling Help NSW — gamblinghelp.nsw.gov.au
- Lifeline — lifeline.org.au — Crisis support: 13 11 14
- Beyond Blue — beyondblue.org.au — Mental health support: 1300 22 4636
- National Debt Helpline — ndh.org.au — Financial counselling: 1800 007 007
Legal Status of Online Gambling in Australia
The Interactive Gambling Act 2001 (Cth) regulates online gambling in Australia. Under this legislation, Australian residents are not penalised for using offshore online casino services. However, the legal and regulatory landscape can change. Consult official government sources or a legal adviser for current information.
Our Commitment
OskoPay.au does not target minors or problem gamblers. We include responsible gambling information on all pages and link to verified Australian support organisations. Gambling content on this site is intended for adults of legal gambling age only.