Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
At Platypus Golf Safaris, we're committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. NRL betting should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only—never as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Always gamble with money you can afford to lose, and remember that the odds are designed to favour the house.
Age Verification
You must be 18 years of age or older to participate in gambling activities in Australia. We take age verification seriously and reserve the right to request proof of age at any time. If you are under the legal age, please do not use our betting services.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you experience any of the following, you may be developing a gambling problem:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money you've lost
- Gambling with increasing amounts of money to achieve the same excitement
- Hiding your gambling activities or lying about how much you gamble
- Unable to cut back or stop gambling despite wanting to
- Neglecting family, work, or other responsibilities due to gambling
- Borrowing money or using credit to fund gambling
- Gambling to escape negative emotions or problems
- Experiencing anxiety, irritability, or mood swings when unable to gamble
- Friends or family expressing concern about your gambling
If you recognise any of these signs, please seek help immediately.
Self-Help Tools & Player Protection
Most licensed betting operators offer the following tools to help you stay in control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Restrict the amount you're willing to lose over a set period
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders of how long you've been gambling and how much you've spent
- Time-Out: Take a temporary break from gambling for a set period without closing your account
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from gambling services for a defined period (typically 6 months or longer)
Contact your betting provider to activate any of these tools on your account.
Support Organisations & Resources
If you or someone you know needs help with problem gambling, these organisations provide free, confidential support:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online — Free counselling and support for problem gambling
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
1800 858 858 (toll-free, 24/7)
United Kingdom
- GamCare — Free support and counselling for problem gambling
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop — National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
www.gamstop.co.uk
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council — Resources and support for responsible gambling
www.responsiblegambling.org
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling — Information and referrals
www.ncpgambling.org
1-800-522-4700 (toll-free, confidential)
Germany
- Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) — Federal Centre for Health Education
Telephone Counselling: 0800-1372700 (toll-free, anonymous)
If You Need Help
Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. If you're struggling with gambling, please reach out to one of the support organisations listed above. They provide free, confidential assistance and can help you develop strategies to regain control.
Remember: you are not alone, and help is available.