Responsible Gaming
Our Commitment to Responsible Gaming
At Manly Uniting Church PayID Pokies, we are committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Gaming should always be viewed as entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. We encourage all players to gamble responsibly and within their means.
Age Verification
In Australia, you must be at least 18 years of age to participate in gambling activities. We take age verification seriously and require all players to confirm they are of legal age before accessing our services. If you are under 18, please do not use this website.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can affect anyone. If you recognize any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, please seek help immediately:
- Spending more time and money on gambling than intended
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding gambling activity or lying about the extent of gambling
- Neglecting family, friends, work, or other responsibilities due to gambling
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
- Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
- Failed attempts to reduce or stop gambling
- Experiencing financial difficulties as a result of gambling
- Loss of relationships due to gambling habits
Self-Help Tools
We provide several tools to help you maintain control of your gaming:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified period to keep spending under control.
- Loss Limits: Establish a limit on the amount you are willing to lose during a gaming session.
- Reality Checks: Enable pop-up reminders during play to help you track how long you have been gaming.
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from gaming for a period you choose. Once activated, you will not be able to access your account.
- Time-Out: Take a break from gaming for a set period while maintaining your account.
Support Organizations
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, professional help is available. Please reach out to one of these organizations:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online - Free counselling and support for problem gambling in Australia
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 (toll-free, 24/7)
International Support
- GamCare (United Kingdom) - Free, confidential support for problem gamblers
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop (United Kingdom) - National self-exclusion scheme
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk - Responsible Gambling Council (Canada) - Education and support resources
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org - National Council on Problem Gambling (United States) - Helpline and resources
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
Take Action Today
If you are experiencing problem gambling, help is available and recovery is possible. Reaching out to a support organization is a sign of strength, not weakness. The sooner you seek help, the sooner you can regain control of your life.
Please contact Gambling Help Online on 1800 858 858 or visit their website at www.gamblinghelponline.org.au for confidential, free support.
This responsible gaming information is provided for informational purposes. If you have concerns about your gambling or that of someone else, please seek professional help immediately.