Responsible Gaming
Our Commitment to Responsible Gaming
At Coastline Massage Therapy, we are committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Online casino gaming should be enjoyed as entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please gamble responsibly and within your means.
Age Verification
Online casino gaming in Australia is restricted to individuals aged 18 years and over. By accessing and using any casino platform through our affiliate links, you confirm that you are at least 18 years of age and meet all legal requirements to participate in online gambling in your jurisdiction.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following warning signs, you may be developing a gambling problem. Please seek help immediately:
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding your gambling activities from family or friends
- Feeling anxious or irritable when unable to gamble
- Using gambling to escape stress, anxiety, or negative emotions
- Neglecting work, study, or personal relationships due to gambling
- Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
- Failing to control or reduce gambling despite wanting to
- Lying about the extent of your gambling
- Experiencing financial difficulties as a result of gambling
Self-Help Tools and Responsible Gaming Features
Most reputable online casinos offer responsible gaming tools to help you maintain control. These include:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Establish a maximum amount of losses you are willing to accept before stopping play
- Reality Checks: Receive pop-up reminders during gaming sessions about how long you have been playing and how much you have spent
- Time Limits: Set a maximum duration for your gaming sessions
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from a casino platform or multiple platforms
- Account Closure: Permanently close your account if you wish to stop gambling
We strongly encourage you to utilise these tools to maintain control over your gaming activity.
Support Organisations in Australia
If you are struggling with problem gambling, free and confidential support is available. Please contact one of the following organisations:
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Gambling Help Online (Australia)
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858
Free, confidential support service available 24/7 for Australians experiencing gambling problems. -
Lifeline Australia
Website: www.lifeline.org.au
Phone: 13 11 14
24-hour crisis support and suicide prevention service. -
Beyond Blue
Website: www.beyondblue.org.au
Phone: 1300 224 636
Support for mental health, anxiety, and depression related to gambling.
International Support Resources
Additional resources for those in other jurisdictions:
- United Kingdom: GamCare and GamStop
- Canada: Responsible Gambling Council
- United States: National Council on Problem Gambling
Take Action Today
If you suspect you have a gambling problem, or if someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, please reach out for help. There is no shame in seeking support—help is available, and recovery is possible. Contact one of the organisations listed above or speak with your healthcare provider about gambling-related concerns.
Remember: Gambling should be fun and entertaining. If it is causing you stress, financial hardship, or affecting your relationships, it is time to seek help.