Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At deanwellsmp.net, we believe that online pokies and casino games should be enjoyed purely as entertainment. Gambling should never be viewed as a way to earn money, solve financial problems, or supplement your income. Play only with money you can afford to lose, and always maintain a healthy perspective on gaming as a form of leisure activity.
Age Verification
You must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal gambling age in your Australian state or territory) to access our site and play online pokies. We are committed to preventing underage gambling and take this responsibility seriously. 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 be developing a gambling problem. Please seek help:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money you've lost
- Gambling with increasing amounts to achieve the same level of excitement
- Lying to family, friends, or others about your gambling activities
- Hiding gambling behaviour or concealing the extent of your involvement
- Experiencing difficulty controlling, cutting back, or stopping gambling
- Neglecting work, school, family, or personal responsibilities due to gambling
- Gambling to escape stress, anxiety, depression, or other negative emotions
- Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
- Feeling anxious or irritable when unable to gamble
- Jeopardising relationships, career, or educational opportunities
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Many reputable online gaming platforms offer tools to help you manage your gambling responsibly:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified time period
- Loss Limits: Set a limit on the amount you're willing to lose
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders about how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Session Limits: Automatically log out after a set period of play
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing gaming platforms
- Account Pause: Take a break from your account for a predetermined period
Contact your gaming provider to learn more about the specific tools available to you.
Support Organisations & Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available from these organisations:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au — Free online counselling, self-assessment tools, and resources for problem gambling in Australia
- Gamblers Anonymous Australia: Support groups and peer assistance across Australia
- 1800 GAMBLER: Free confidential telephone counselling service (1800 426 2537)
United Kingdom
- GamCare: www.gamcare.org.uk — Support for problem gamblers and affected others
- GamStop: www.gamstop.co.uk — National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council: www.responsiblegambling.org — Prevention and treatment resources across Canada
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling: www.ncpgambling.org — Help line: 1-800-522-4700
Germany
- Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA): Information and resources on problem gambling prevention
Need Help?
If you believe you may have a problem with gambling, or if someone you care about is struggling, please reach out for support immediately. There is no shame in seeking help. Professional counsellors and support services are available and confidential. Contact one of the organisations listed above, or speak to your GP or local health service.
Remember: Help is available, and recovery is possible.