Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment
At Pretty Patch Styles, we're committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. While NRL betting can be an exciting form of entertainment, it's important to remember that gambling should never be viewed as a way to make money or solve financial problems. Always bet with money you can afford to lose, and treat any winnings as a bonus rather than income.
Age Verification
Online betting is strictly for persons aged 18 years and over in Australia. If you are under 18, please do not proceed with betting activities. It is your responsibility to comply with all local laws and regulations regarding gaming in your jurisdiction.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you experience any of the following, you may be developing a gambling problem:
- Chasing losses by betting more money to recover what you've lost
- Hiding your gambling activities from family, friends, or partners
- Gambling with money intended for essential expenses (rent, bills, groceries)
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
- Needing to bet increasing amounts to achieve the same excitement
- Unsuccessful attempts to cut back or stop gambling
- Spending more time and money on gambling than planned
- Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
- Neglecting work, school, family, or hobbies due to gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems or negative emotions
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Most reputable online betting operators offer the following tools to help you stay in control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a cap on how much you're willing to lose in a given period
- Reality Checks: Enable reminders during your betting sessions to help you track time and spending
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from betting accounts if you feel you need a break
- Betting Limits: Restrict the size of individual bets you can place
- Session Time Limits: Set automatic time-outs for your betting sessions
We encourage you to use these tools proactively and speak with your betting provider about implementing limits that suit your circumstances.
Support Organizations & Resources
If you're struggling with gambling, help is available. The following organizations provide confidential support and counseling:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online – Free, confidential support for Australians
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 - Gamblers Anonymous Australia – Peer support meetings across the country
Website: www.gamblersanonymous.org.au
International Resources
- GamCare (UK)
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop (UK Self-Exclusion)
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk - Responsible Gambling Council (Canada)
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org - National Council on Problem Gambling (USA)
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
Need Help? Take Action Today
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, please reach out for help immediately. There is no shame in seeking support—problem gambling is a treatable condition, and recovery is possible.
Contact Gambling Help Online on 1800 858 858 or visit www.gamblinghelponline.org.au today.