Responsible Gaming

Responsible gambling means making deliberate choices about when, how often and how much you gamble. Every wager involves risk, and games are based on chance. No strategy can guarantee a win, and past results do not determine future outcomes. You should only gamble with money you can afford to lose after essential living costs and other financial commitments have been covered.

Librabet Casino provides general information and account features intended to help players make informed decisions. These features are not a substitute for personal financial advice, medical care or professional counselling. If gambling is affecting your finances, relationships, work, study, health or general wellbeing, consider stopping and speaking with a qualified support service.

Gambling is not suitable for everyone. You must be legally permitted to gamble in your location and meet the applicable minimum legal age requirement. In Australia, gambling services are generally restricted to people aged 18 or over, although legal requirements can vary according to the service and jurisdiction. We may ask for information to verify age and identity.

Do not allow another person to use your account, and never gamble on behalf of someone else. Keep your login details private and make sure you understand the rules, risks and costs that apply before placing a wager. If you are unsure about any aspect of the service, pause and seek clarification before continuing.

Keep gambling in perspective

• Set a personal entertainment budget before you begin.
• Decide how much time you are comfortable spending and take regular breaks.
• Treat losses as the cost of entertainment rather than money that must be recovered.
• Avoid gambling when you are upset, tired, stressed, under the influence of alcohol or affected by medication.
• Keep gambling separate from money needed for rent, bills, food, savings, debt repayments or other necessities.
• Never borrow money, sell possessions or use credit to continue gambling.
• Do not chase losses by increasing your stakes or playing for longer.
• Remember that a win is not a sign that a larger wager will also win.

It can help to regard gambling as one optional leisure activity among many. Make time for family, friends, work, study, exercise and other interests. Avoid making gambling the main way you spend free time or manage difficult emotions. A balanced routine can make it easier to notice changes in your behaviour and act before a concern becomes more serious.

Problem gambling can develop gradually. Some people may not notice a change until gambling starts to affect other parts of life. Experiencing one sign does not automatically mean that you have a gambling disorder, but it may be a useful reason to pause, review your habits and seek independent advice.

Changes in gambling behaviour

• Spending more time or money gambling than you intended.
• Increasing the amount you wager to feel the same excitement.
• Trying to win back money after a loss.
• Feeling restless, irritable or anxious when you cannot gamble.
• Thinking about gambling throughout the day or finding it hard to concentrate on other activities.
• Continuing to gamble after deciding to stop or reduce your activity.
• Finding it difficult to follow limits or repeatedly changing them.
• Gambling for longer sessions than planned or hiding how much time you spend gambling.

Effects on everyday life

• Hiding or minimising your gambling from family, friends or people who manage your finances.
• Borrowing money, using credit or missing bills because of gambling.
• Selling belongings or using savings intended for another purpose.
• Gambling to escape stress, sadness, loneliness, boredom or other difficult feelings.
• Arguing with people close to you about gambling.
• Missing work, study, appointments or family responsibilities.
• Feeling shame, guilt, hopelessness or loss of control after gambling.
• Experiencing financial, relationship, physical or emotional problems that appear connected with gambling.

If any of these signs feel familiar, stop gambling and take the concern seriously. A break, limit or self-exclusion can be a useful immediate step, but you do not need to manage the situation alone. Speak with someone you trust and consider contacting a qualified gambling support service in Australia. These services can provide confidential information, practical guidance and support for both people who gamble and affected family members.

If you are worried about someone else

You may notice changes in a family member, partner, friend or colleague before they acknowledge a problem. Approach the conversation calmly and choose a private time. Focus on specific behaviours and how they affect the person and those around them rather than using blame or judgement. Encourage them to speak with a professional support service, and look after your own wellbeing as well. Family and friends can also seek advice about setting boundaries, protecting household finances and responding safely.

Urgent support

If gambling is connected with thoughts of self-harm, suicide, violence or immediate danger, seek urgent help through local emergency services or a crisis support service in your area. Move away from gambling, stay with a trusted person if possible and do not remain alone with an immediate safety concern.