Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At madeevent.com, we believe that online pokies and casino gaming should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. While gaming can be fun and exciting, it's important to play responsibly and within your means.
Never gamble with money you cannot afford to lose, and always remember that the odds are in favour of the house.
Age Verification
Online pokies and casino gaming in Australia are strictly regulated and available only to individuals aged 18 years or older. By accessing madeevent.com, you confirm that you are of legal age to gamble in your jurisdiction.
We take underage gambling prevention seriously and reserve the right to verify your age at any time.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, it may indicate a gambling problem:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding gambling activity or lying about time and money spent
- Gambling with money needed for essentials (rent, bills, food)
- Neglecting work, study, family, or social obligations due to gambling
- Increasing the amount of money or time spent gambling
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or depressed when not gambling
- Unsuccessful attempts to reduce or stop gambling
- Borrowing money to gamble or pay gambling debts
- Experiencing relationship problems due to gambling
- Using gambling as a way to escape problems or cope with emotions
Self-Help Tools & Limits
Responsible gaming tools can help you stay in control. Most reputable online gaming platforms offer:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to deposit per day, week, or month
- Loss Limits: Cap your losses to a predetermined amount
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders of how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Time Limits: Set automatic session timeouts
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gaming platforms
We encourage you to use these tools to maintain control over your gaming habits.
Support Organisations
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. In Australia, reach out to:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au – Free counselling and support services
- Gambling Help Online Helpline: 1800 858 858 (free and confidential)
International Support
- United Kingdom – GamCare: www.gamcare.org.uk
- United Kingdom – GamStop: www.gamstop.co.uk
- Canada – Responsible Gambling Council: www.responsiblegambling.org
- United States – National Council on Problem Gambling: www.ncpgambling.org
All support services are confidential and free of charge.
Seek Help Today
If you believe you have a gambling problem, please don't suffer in silence. Reach out to Gambling Help Online at 1800 858 858 or visit www.gamblinghelponline.org.au for free, confidential support.
Your wellbeing is important. Help is available, and recovery is possible.