Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Fun, Not a Financial Solution
At Australian Cobberdog Club, we're committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. PayID pokies and all forms of gambling should be enjoyed as entertainment only—never as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Games are based on chance, and the house always has a mathematical advantage. Only gamble with money you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
In Australia, you must be 18 years of age or older to access PayID pokies and gambling services. We take age verification seriously and reserve the right to request proof of identity. If you are under 18, please do not proceed.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Do you recognise any of these warning signs in yourself or someone you know?
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money you've lost
- Gambling with money needed for essential expenses (rent, bills, food)
- Hiding your gambling activities or lying about how much you gamble
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
- Neglecting work, study, or family responsibilities due to gambling
- Borrowing money or going into debt to finance gambling
- Continuously increasing stakes to get the same excitement
- Failed attempts to cut down or control your gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
- Others expressing concern about your gambling habits
If you've experienced three or more of these signs in the past 12 months, you may have a gambling problem and should seek help immediately.
Self-Help Tools & Safer Gambling Features
Most responsible PayID pokies providers offer tools to help you stay in control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit in a day, week, or month
- Loss Limits: Cap the amount you're willing to lose in a given period
- Reality Checks: Receive pop-up reminders showing how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Session Time Limits: Automatically end your session after a set period
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gambling services
Take advantage of these tools—they're designed to help you gamble responsibly and within your limits.
Support Organisations & Helplines
If you're struggling with gambling, professional help is available. Please reach out to one of these organisations:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Free, confidential support and counselling for problem gambling
United Kingdom
- GamCare
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
Free support for problem gamblers and their families - GamStop
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
Education and support for problem gambling prevention
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
24/7 helpline: 1-800-522-4700
Germany
- Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
Helpline: 0800 1 372 374 (free and confidential)
Support for gambling addiction in German
Take Action Today
If you think you may have a gambling problem, please don't hesitate to reach out. Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Support is available 24/7, and all conversations are confidential.
Remember: It's never too late to ask for help.