At Dragon Link Pokies AU, we are committed to promoting safe, responsible, and enjoyable gambling experiences. While pokies can be entertaining, it is important to approach gambling with a clear mindset and within your personal limits.
Is Gambling Right for You?
Gambling should always be viewed as a form of entertainment, not a way to make money or solve financial problems. Before you play, ask yourself:
- Am I gambling with money I can afford to lose?
- Am I chasing losses from a previous session?
- Is gambling affecting my relationships, work, or finances?
- Do I feel anxious or irritable when I am not gambling?
If you answered yes to any of the above, please consider taking a break or speaking with a professional counsellor.
Practical Safe Gambling Tips
- Set a budget: Decide how much you can afford to spend before you start, and stick to it.
- Set time limits: Use a timer to remind yourself when to stop playing.
- Never chase losses: Accept that losing is part of gambling and never bet more to try to recover losses.
- Avoid gambling under the influence: Alcohol and other substances impair judgement and can lead to poor betting decisions.
- Take regular breaks: Step away from the screen periodically to reset your focus.
- Keep gambling separate from your finances: Never use credit cards, loans, or money earmarked for bills.
Tools Available at Online Casinos
All reputable AU-licensed casinos offer responsible gambling tools including:
- Deposit limits – Set daily, weekly, or monthly deposit caps
- Session limits – Cap the amount of time you spend gambling in a single session
- Loss limits – Restrict how much you can lose over a defined period
- Self-exclusion – Voluntarily block yourself from the casino for a defined period or permanently
- Reality checks – Receive on-screen reminders of time and money spent
Australian Support Services
| Organisation | Contact | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Gambling Help Online | gamblinghelponline.org.au | 24/7 |
| National Gambling Helpline | 1800 858 858 (free call) | 24/7 |
| Lifeline Australia | lifeline.org.au | 13 11 14 | 24/7 |
| Beyond Blue | beyondblue.org.au | 1300 22 4636 | 24/7 |
| GamCare (International) | gamcare.org.uk | 24/7 |
18+ Policy
This website is intended for adults aged 18 and over only. We do not condone gambling by minors. If you believe a minor is accessing gambling content, please use parental controls such as Net Nanny or similar software to restrict access.