Responsible Gaming

Boomerang Bet Casino is committed to promoting safer gambling and helping players keep gambling as an enjoyable form of entertainment. Gambling should never be treated as a way to make money, solve financial problems or recover losses. This page explains practical ways to stay in control, recognise warning signs and seek support when gambling is no longer enjoyable.

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Gamble for entertainment, not income

Gambling involves risk, and there is no guaranteed way to win. Every wager can result in a loss, including wagers made with a previous win. Games are designed for entertainment and should not be viewed as an investment, source of income or solution to financial difficulties. Only gamble with money you can afford to lose after essential living costs and other financial responsibilities have been met.

In this article

Gamble for entertainment, not income Recognising gambling harm Safer gambling tools and account choices Getting help in Australia

Before you play, decide how much time and money you are comfortable spending. Treat those decisions as limits rather than targets. Once your budget or time limit has been reached, stop playing, even if you are winning or believe a win may be close. Taking regular breaks can make it easier to notice how long you have been playing and whether your behaviour is changing.

Practical ways to stay in control

Set a gambling budget that is separate from money needed for rent, bills, food, transport, savings and other commitments.
Set a session time limit and use reminders to help you finish on time.
Avoid gambling when you are upset, stressed, tired, intoxicated or trying to escape personal problems.
Do not borrow money, use credit intended for essential expenses or sell possessions to fund gambling.
Keep a record of your deposits, withdrawals and playing time so you have a realistic view of your activity.
Never chase losses by increasing your stakes or continuing to play for longer than planned.
Balance gambling with work, study, family, friends, exercise and other interests.
Do not gamble if you are under the legal age or otherwise not permitted to do so.

A win does not change the underlying risk of gambling. If you receive a win, consider withdrawing some or all of it rather than immediately returning it to play. Remember that past results do not predict future results, and a losing session does not make a win more likely.

Recognising gambling harm

Gambling harm can affect finances, relationships, employment, study, physical health and emotional wellbeing. It may develop gradually, and a person may not recognise the change at first. You do not need to wait for a crisis before taking action. Any concern about your gambling is a valid reason to review your habits, use a restriction or speak with someone you trust.

Possible warning signs

Spending more time or money gambling than you intended.
Increasing the amount of a wager to experience the same excitement.
Trying to recover losses by gambling again, often with larger stakes.
Feeling restless, irritable or anxious when you cannot gamble.
Thinking about gambling frequently while working, studying or spending time with others.
Hiding gambling activity, deposits, losses or account information from family and friends.
Borrowing money, missing payments or using money set aside for important expenses.
Neglecting work, study, household responsibilities, relationships or personal health.
Gambling to manage sadness, stress, loneliness, anger or other difficult emotions.
Feeling guilt, shame or regret after gambling, then returning to gamble again.
Attempting to stop or cut back but finding that you cannot maintain the change.
Experiencing conflict with a partner, family member, friend or colleague because of gambling.

These signs do not provide a diagnosis, but they can indicate that extra support may be helpful. If gambling is affecting your wellbeing or finances, stop and seek assistance rather than trying to manage the problem alone. Speaking openly with a trusted person can be an important first step.

If you are concerned about someone else

If a family member or friend may be experiencing gambling harm, approach the conversation calmly and privately. Focus on what you have noticed and how you feel, rather than blaming or shaming the person. Encourage them to use available gambling support services and to consider account restrictions or a break from gambling. Protect shared finances where appropriate, and seek independent advice if you are affected by another person’s gambling.

Safer gambling tools and account choices

Using limits before you play can help you keep gambling within a planned budget. Available safer gambling features may include deposit limits, loss limits, wagering or spending limits, session reminders, time-outs and account activity information. The exact features, settings and implementation process may depend on the account and the applicable requirements. Review the options available through your account or contact the relevant support team through the available service channels.

Consider using these controls

Choose a realistic financial limit before making a deposit or placing a wager.
Choose a daily, weekly or other available period for the limit, and check how the limit operates before confirming it.
Set a session reminder so you receive an indication of how long you have been active.
Use a time-out when you want a temporary break and do not want to access gambling services for a period.
Request account closure or self-exclusion if you want to stop gambling for a longer period.
Remove saved payment methods where possible and avoid keeping gambling funds readily available.
Review your account history regularly to check deposits, withdrawals, wagers and playing patterns.
Ask a trusted person to support you in keeping to your decision.

A limit is most useful when it is set before a gambling session begins. Do not increase a limit during a period of strong emotion or after a loss. If a limit no longer feels manageable, stop gambling and consider a time-out or self-exclusion instead. Restrictions may not remove every gambling-related risk, so they should be combined with a personal budget, regular breaks and support when needed.

Time-outs and self-exclusion

A time-out is designed for a temporary break. Self-exclusion is a stronger step for a person who wants to prevent access to gambling for a selected period or until further review. During self-exclusion, access and account activity may be restricted in line with the relevant process and requirements. Do not attempt to bypass a restriction by creating another account or using another person’s account. If you decide that you need a break, request it as soon as possible and seek support to help maintain the decision.

Getting help in Australia

You can seek help whether you gamble occasionally, regularly or have only recently become concerned. Gambling support is confidential in many settings and may be available by phone, online, in person or through a health professional. Support can include practical help with budgets and debt, counselling, emotional support, relationship assistance and planning a break from gambling. You can also seek help for the impact another person’s gambling is having on you.

Helpful next steps

Speak with a trusted family member, friend, doctor, counsellor or mental health professional.
Contact a recognised Australian gambling support service through its official website or published service channels.
Ask for help with financial planning or debt if gambling has affected your bills or other commitments.
Use a time-out, account restriction or self-exclusion while you arrange further support.
Write down the reasons you want to change and keep them somewhere easy to review.
Remove gambling applications, promotional messages and saved payment details if they make it harder to stop.
Ask someone you trust to help monitor your plan and support your boundaries.

If you feel overwhelmed, unsafe or at risk of harming yourself or another person, seek urgent assistance from local emergency services or a qualified health professional. Gambling losses are never a reason to put your safety at risk. Immediate support is more important than resolving an account or financial issue straight away.

Boomerang Bet Casino encourages players to make informed choices and to use the safer gambling options available to them. If you believe your gambling may be becoming difficult to control, stop playing, apply an appropriate restriction and seek independent support. Asking for help early can make it easier to regain control.