Responsible Gambling
Gambling is entertainment. For the overwhelming majority of people it stays that way. But for some, gambling can become a problem. This page provides information, tools and resources to help you stay in control.
Know Your Limits
Before playing any online pokie, including Starlight Princess 1000, set a clear budget for your session. Never gamble with money you cannot afford to lose. Decide on a win limit and a loss limit before you start, and stick to them regardless of how the session is going. High-volatility games like Starlight Princess 1000 can produce long losing streaks followed by sudden wins – chasing losses in this environment is a measurable risk factor for problem gambling.
Signs of Problem Gambling
- Spending more money or time gambling than intended
- Gambling to recover money lost in previous sessions (“chasing losses”)
- Lying to family or friends about gambling activity
- Neglecting work, study or personal responsibilities due to gambling
- Feeling anxious, irritable or depressed when not gambling
- Borrowing money or selling assets to fund gambling
If two or more of these apply to you, we encourage you to seek support.
Self-Exclusion Tools
All reputable AU online casinos offer self-exclusion options. You can request a temporary cooling-off period (24 hours to 6 months) or a permanent self-exclusion. Once activated, these are binding and casino support teams cannot override them.
Free Support Services in Australia
- Gambling Help Online: gamblinghelponline.org.au – free online chat and counselling
- National Gambling Helpline: 1800 858 858 – 24/7, free call within Australia
- GamCare: gamcare.org.uk
- BeGambleAware: begambleaware.org
- Lifeline: 13 11 14 – crisis support
Our Commitment
We only list licensed, regulated casinos that provide responsible gambling tools. We do not advertise to minors. All content on this site is intended for adults aged 18 and over. We include responsible gambling warnings throughout our reviews and bonus comparisons.
If you need to talk to someone right now, call 1800 858 858 (AU, free, 24/7).