Responsible Gaming
Introduction
At Atherton Tennis, we are committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Online gaming should be enjoyed as entertainment only, never as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. If you find yourself gambling more than intended or chasing losses, please reach out for support immediately.
Age Verification
In Australia, you must be at least 18 years of age to participate in online gaming. We take age verification seriously and verify all users before allowing access to gaming services. If you are under 18, please do not attempt to register or gamble.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Do you recognize any of these warning signs in yourself or someone you know?
- Spending more money or time gambling than intended
- Chasing losses by gambling with more money to recover what was lost
- Hiding gambling activities or lying about the amount spent
- Neglecting family, work, education, or other responsibilities due to gambling
- Experiencing anxiety, stress, or mood changes related to gambling
- Feeling the need to gamble with increasing amounts of money for the same excitement
- Unsuccessful attempts to reduce or stop gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems or negative emotions
- Borrowing money or going into debt to gamble
- Experiencing relationship problems due to gambling
Self-Help Tools
Most responsible gaming platforms offer tools to help you maintain control. These may include:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified time period
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose
- Reality Checks: Receive notifications during gaming sessions to remind you of time spent
- Session Time Limits: Automatically log out after a set duration
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing gaming services
- Account Closure: Request permanent closure of your gaming account
We encourage you to use these tools proactively as part of your responsible gaming strategy.
Support Organizations in Australia
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, professional help is available:
Gambling Help Online (Australia)
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Free, confidential online and telephone counselling service for people with gambling concerns across Australia. Available 24/7.
Gambling Help Online – Telephone Counselling
Phone: 1800 858 858 (Free call, available 24/7)
Speak with a trained counsellor about gambling concerns in a confidential setting.
Gambler's Help (Victoria)
Specialist service providing free counselling and support for problem gambling. Available across Victoria.
Problem Gambling Services (NSW)
Free counselling and support services available across New South Wales.
International Support Organizations
If you are accessing gaming services from outside Australia, support is available in your region:
United Kingdom
- GamCare: www.gamcare.org.uk
- GamStop (Self-Exclusion Scheme): www.gamstop.co.uk
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council: www.responsiblegambling.org
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling: www.ncpgambling.org
- Phone: 1-800-522-4700 (Confidential helpline)
Germany
- Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA): Dedicated resources and support services for problem gambling
Call to Action
If you believe you have a gambling problem, or if someone you know does, please seek help today. There is no shame in reaching out. Professional support services are confidential and designed to assist you in regaining control.
Contact Gambling Help Online at 1800 858 858 or visit www.gamblinghelponline.org.au to speak with a counsellor right now.
Remember: Gaming should be fun. If it stops being enjoyable, it's time to seek help.