At Happiness Hampers, we believe gambling should always be a choice, never a compulsion. This page exists to help you recognise the difference and know where to turn if the line starts to blur.
The difference is not always obvious from the outside. Here is how to tell them apart.
Decide how much you can afford to lose before you open the app. Treat it as spent.
Use a timer. Take a break every hour. Gambling sessions that stretch past two hours increase risk.
Never gamble when you are upset, stressed, tired or under the influence of alcohol.
Share your gambling habits with someone you trust. Secrecy is a warning sign in itself.
Every service listed here is free, confidential, and available right now. You do not need a referral or a diagnosis to call.
24/7 counselling, live chat and self-help tools
Peer support meetings across the country — free, no registration required
National self-exclusion register — one registration blocks all licensed AU operators
Underage gambling is a criminal offence in Australia. You must be at least 18 years old to gamble. If children have access to your devices, use parental controls and always log out of casino accounts after each session. Gambling products are not toys and should never be accessible to minors.