Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
At USInfopedia, we believe that gambling should only ever be viewed as a form of entertainment, similar to going to the movies or playing sports. It should never be considered a way to earn money or solve financial problems. The house always has a mathematical advantage, and the odds are designed to favor the casino over time.
Please gamble responsibly and within your means. Only wager money you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
Gambling at Star Casino and other licensed venues is only available to individuals who are 18 years of age or older in Australia. It is illegal for anyone under 18 to gamble at casinos or participate in most forms of wagering.
If you are under the legal gambling age, please do not attempt to access casino services. Parents and guardians are encouraged to discuss the risks of gambling with young people in their care.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can develop quickly and affect your finances, relationships, and mental health. If you recognize any of the following signs in yourself or someone else, help is available:
- Chasing losses: Attempting to recover lost money by gambling more
- Hiding gambling activity: Concealing the amount of time or money spent gambling from family and friends
- Loss of control: Inability to stick to predetermined betting limits or time restrictions
- Neglecting responsibilities: Missing work, school, or family obligations due to gambling
- Gambling with borrowed money: Using credit, loans, or money intended for bills to gamble
- Increasing stakes: Needing to bet more money to achieve the same level of excitement
- Mood changes: Becoming irritable, anxious, or depressed when unable to gamble
- Relationship problems: Arguments with loved ones about gambling or financial issues
- Failed attempts to quit: Repeated unsuccessful efforts to reduce or stop gambling
- Using gambling to escape: Gambling to cope with stress, anxiety, depression, or other negative emotions
Self-Help Tools and Responsible Gaming Features
Most licensed Australian casinos, including Star Casino, offer tools to help you maintain control of your gambling:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Establish a maximum amount you are willing to lose during a gambling session
- Time Limits: Set reminders or automatic session timeouts to limit the duration of your gambling
- Reality Checks: Request periodic notifications that remind you of how long you've been gambling and how much you've wagered
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from the casino for a set period (ranging from weeks to years), during which you will not be able to access casino services
- Account Closure: Permanently close your account if you wish to stop gambling entirely
We encourage you to use these tools proactively, even if you don't currently feel you have a problem. Responsible gambling is a lifelong commitment.
Support Organizations and Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, professional help is available. The following organizations provide free, confidential support:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online — Free counseling and support for problem gamblers in Australia
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Telephone: 1800 858 858 (available 24/7) - Lifeline Australia — Crisis support and counseling
Telephone: 13 11 14 (available 24/7)
United Kingdom
- GamCare — Free counseling and support for problem gamblers
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop — National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
www.gamstop.co.uk
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council — Education and support for problem gambling
www.responsiblegambling.org
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling — Resources and referrals
www.ncpgambling.org
National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700 (available 24/7)
Need Help?
If you believe you have a problem with gambling, please reach out for support immediately. There is no shame in seeking help—problem gambling affects millions of people worldwide, and recovery is possible with the right support.
Contact Gambling Help Online today:
- Visit: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
- Call: 1800 858 858 (24/7, free and confidential)
Remember: Gambling should be fun. If it's not, stop and seek help.