Responsible Gaming
Introduction
At barrydubois.com.au, we believe that gambling should be enjoyed as entertainment only. Stake and all online gaming should never be viewed as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please gamble responsibly and within your means.
Age Verification
Online gambling is strictly for persons aged 18 years and over in Australia. If you are under the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction, you must not access or use Stake. It is your responsibility to ensure you meet the legal age requirements before participating in any gambling activities.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognize any of the following signs in your own behavior, you may be developing a gambling problem:
- Spending more time and money on gambling than intended
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding gambling activities from family, friends, or loved ones
- Gambling to escape problems, stress, anxiety, or depression
- Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
- Neglecting work, school, family, or other responsibilities
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when unable to gamble
- Repeatedly failing to cut down or control gambling
- Lying about the extent or frequency of gambling
- Risking important relationships, jobs, or opportunities due to gambling
Self-Help Tools
Stake provides several tools to help you maintain control of your gambling:
- Deposit Limits: Set daily, weekly, or monthly limits on the amount you can deposit
- Loss Limits: Restrict the maximum amount you are willing to lose in a set period
- Reality Checks: Receive regular notifications to remind you how long you have been playing
- Time-Out: Take a break from gambling for a period you specify
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently close your account if you feel you need to stop
Support Organizations
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online — Free, confidential counselling and support
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 (toll-free)
United Kingdom
- GamCare — Free support, information, and counselling
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop — National self-exclusion scheme
www.gamstop.co.uk
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council — Information and resources
www.responsiblegambling.org
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling — Helpline and resources
www.ncpgambling.org
National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700
Germany
- Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) — Federal centre for health education
Telephone Counselling: 0800 1 372 374 (toll-free)
Take Action
If you have a gambling problem or suspect you may be developing one, please seek help immediately. Problem gambling can have serious consequences for your financial wellbeing, mental health, and relationships. Support is confidential and available 24/7 through the organizations listed above.
Remember: It is never too late to ask for help. Reach out to one of these services or speak with someone you trust.