Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
At Contributor Bulletin, we're committed to promoting responsible gambling practices. Betting and casino games should only ever be viewed as a form of entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Only gamble with money you can afford to lose, and never chase losses or bet more than you can comfortably spend.
Age Verification
You must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction) to participate in any form of gambling activity. We take age verification seriously and comply with all Australian regulations regarding underage gambling prevention.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you experience any of the following, you may be developing a gambling problem:
- Chasing losses: Gambling more money to try to recover losses
- Hiding gambling activity: Concealing the extent of your gambling from family or friends
- Loss of control: Difficulty reducing gambling time or money spent
- Neglecting responsibilities: Neglecting work, family, or personal obligations due to gambling
- Borrowing to gamble: Using credit cards, loans, or borrowing money to fund gambling
- Restlessness when not gambling: Feeling anxious or irritable when unable to gamble
- Escalating stakes: Needing to bet larger amounts to achieve the same excitement
- Failed attempts to quit: Repeatedly trying and failing to reduce or stop gambling
- Using gambling to escape: Gambling to cope with stress, anxiety, depression, or other negative emotions
Self-Help Tools & Protective Measures
Most responsible gambling operators provide tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit over a specified period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Establish a cap on how much you're willing to lose
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders of how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Time-Out/Cool-Off Periods: Take a temporary break from gambling (hours to weeks)
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from gambling services for a set period or permanently
- Account Closure: Close your account completely if you wish to stop gambling
We strongly encourage you to use these tools if you're concerned about your gambling habits.
Support Organisations & Resources
If you're struggling with problem gambling, professional help is available. Please reach out to one of these trusted organisations:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online – Free, confidential counselling and support for problem gamblers and their families
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 (Free call across Australia) - Gamblers Anonymous – Support groups for people with gambling problems
www.gamblersanonymous.org.au
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Free counselling and support
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme
www.gamstop.co.uk
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council – Prevention, education, and treatment resources
www.responsiblegambling.org
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling – Helpline and resources
www.ncpgambling.org
Phone: 1-800-522-4700
Germany
- Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) – Health education and problem gambling resources
Telephone Counselling: 0800-137 27 00 (free and confidential)
If You Need Help
Don't hesitate to seek support. Problem gambling is a recognised condition, and help is available. Whether you're experiencing gambling problems yourself or are concerned about someone else, reaching out to a support organisation is a positive step.
Remember: gambling should be fun and entertaining. If it's causing you stress, financial hardship, or affecting your relationships and wellbeing, it's time to reach out for help.
Contact one of the organisations listed above today. Professional support is free, confidential, and available 24/7.