Responsible gambling & support in Australia

Australian gambling helpline

Call 1800 858 858 for free, confidential support, available 24/7 across Australia through Gambling Help Online.

Our Australian support guide explains national services and the scope of BetStop self-exclusion.

Keep money and time in perspective

• Set a spending limit and a time limit before gambling.
• Never use money needed for bills, food, housing or other essentials.
• Take breaks. Never chase losses.
• Do not borrow money to gamble.
• Use limits, blocking tools, breaks and self-exclusion where appropriate.
• If gambling is difficult to control, seek support. You do not have to manage it alone.

It is okay to stop

Pressure to keep playing, concealment and repeated attempts to recover losses are reasons to pause. Support is available for people affected by someone else’s gambling, too.

Support by location

Choose a service that covers your location. These are support resources, not operator links. Details checked 2026-09-16.

If your location is not listed, contact a local health service for relevant support. If you or someone else is in immediate danger, contact local emergency services.