Responsible Gaming
Introduction
At Gem World 2000, we believe that pokies and online gaming should be enjoyed as entertainment only. Gaming should never be viewed as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. If you find yourself gambling to make money or recover losses, it's time to seek help. Please gamble responsibly and within your means.
Age Verification
By accessing this website, you confirm that you are at least 18 years of age or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction within Australia. Gem World 2000 does not permit access to minors. We take age verification seriously to protect young people from the risks of gambling.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, help is available:
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding gambling activities or lying about the amount spent
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
- Gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
- Neglecting family, work, studies, or social relationships due to gambling
- Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
- Unable to cut back or stop gambling despite wanting to
- Experiencing relationship conflicts because of gambling habits
- Risking important opportunities or relationships because of gambling
Self-Help Tools
Most responsible gaming platforms offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to deposit within a specific time period
- Loss Limits: Set a limit on losses you're willing to accept in a session or week
- Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders of how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing gambling sites
- Session Time Limits: Set automatic session timeouts to prevent extended play
- Take a Break: Pause your account for a period of time to step back from gambling
Support Organisations
If you or someone you know needs help with problem gambling, these organisations offer free, confidential support in Australia:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online – Free counselling and support service
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 (free call)
International Support
- UK – GamCare
www.gamcare.org.uk - UK – GamStop
www.gamstop.co.uk - Canada – Responsible Gambling Council
www.responsiblegambling.org - USA – National Council on Problem Gambling
www.ncpgambling.org
Call to Action
If you think you may have a problem with gambling, please seek help today. Problem gambling can affect your mental health, finances, and relationships. Support is available, and recovery is possible. Don't wait until the situation gets worse – reach out to one of the organisations listed above or speak to someone you trust.
Remember: You are not alone, and help is just a phone call or click away.