Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At Longford Grand Prix, we're committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Online casino gaming should be enjoyed as entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Like any form of entertainment, it carries risks and should only be undertaken with money you can afford to lose.
Please gamble responsibly and within your means. If you're unsure whether gaming is right for you, seek advice before you play.
Age Verification
In Australia, online casino gaming is restricted to players who are 18 years of age or older. All players must verify their age before accessing any gaming services. If you are under 18, please do not attempt to register or play.
Parents and guardians are encouraged to use available tools to prevent underage access to gaming websites.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, problem gambling may be developing. Please seek help:
- Spending more time and money on gaming than intended
- Constantly thinking about gaming or past gaming sessions
- Chasing losses by continuing to gamble to win back money lost
- Hiding gambling activity from family, friends, or partners
- Neglecting work, studies, family, or hobbies due to gaming
- Borrowing money or accumulating debt to fund gaming
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or depressed when not gaming
- Lying to others about the extent of gaming activity
- Failed attempts to cut down or control gaming
- Using gaming to escape problems or relieve stress
Self-Help Tools & Features
Most licensed and reputable online casinos offer tools to help you maintain control of your gaming:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific time period (daily, weekly, monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose during a gaming session
- Betting Limits: Control the maximum bet size per game or spin
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders about your time and money spent while gaming
- Session Timeouts: Automatically close your gaming session after a set period of inactivity
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gaming accounts and access to casino sites
Use these tools proactively to manage your gaming behaviour and stay in control.
Support & Help Resources
If you're struggling with problem gambling, professional help is available. The following organisations provide confidential support:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online - Free, confidential online support service
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au - Lifeline Australia - 24/7 crisis support
Phone: 13 11 14
www.lifeline.org.au
United Kingdom
- GamCare - Free gambling therapy and support
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop - National self-exclusion scheme
www.gamstop.co.uk
Other Regions
- Canada: Responsible Gambling Council
www.responsiblegambling.org - United States: National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG)
www.ncpgambling.org - Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BzgA)
www.bzga.de
Take Action Today
If you think you may have a gambling problem, please seek help now. Problem gambling affects not only you but also your family and relationships. Help is available, and recovery is possible.
Contact one of the support organisations above for confidential advice and assistance. You can also speak to a healthcare professional or counsellor in your area.
Remember: Gambling should be fun. If it's no longer fun, it's time to get help.