Responsible Gaming
Our Commitment to Safe Gaming
At A1 Roofing Sydney, we promote responsible gaming practices. Gaming should be enjoyed as entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please gamble responsibly and within your means.
Age Verification
You must be 18 years of age or older to access PayID pokies services in Australia. It is illegal for minors to gamble. We are committed to preventing underage gambling and may request proof of age at any time.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or someone else, help is available:
- Chasing losses by gambling with more money to recover what you've lost
- Hiding your gambling activities or lying about how much you gamble
- Gambling with money needed for essential expenses (rent, food, bills)
- Borrowing money to finance gambling
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
- Unable to cut back or stop gambling despite wanting to
- Gambling to escape stress, anxiety, or other negative feelings
- Neglecting relationships, work, or personal responsibilities
- Experiencing financial, legal, or relationship problems due to gambling
Self-Help Tools
Most responsible gaming operators offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to deposit within a specific timeframe
- Loss Limits: Set a limit on how much you're willing to lose in a session or per day
- Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders during gaming sessions about how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing gaming platforms
- Account Restrictions: Pause or close your account if you need a break
Contact your gaming provider to activate these tools today.
Support & Help Services
If you're concerned about your gambling or the gambling of someone you know, professional support is available:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Free, confidential support and counselling services for problem gambling - Lifeline Australia
Phone: 13 11 14 (24/7)
Crisis support and emotional counselling
United Kingdom
- GamCare
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
Free advice and support for problem gambling - GamStop
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
Resources and support for problem gambling
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
Phone: 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537)
National helpline and resources available 24/7
Germany
- Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
Phone: 0800-0040061 (free helpline)
Support and information for problem gambling
Take Action Today
If gambling is causing you problems, please seek help immediately. Problem gambling is a serious issue, but recovery is possible with support. Reach out to one of the organisations listed above — they provide free, confidential assistance.
Remember: You are not alone, and help is available.