Responsible Gaming

Gaming Should Be Entertainment

At Blokes Lunch Newcastle, we believe that online gaming should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only. Gambling is never a reliable way to make money or solve financial problems. Please gamble responsibly and only with money you can afford to lose.

Age Verification

Online gambling in Australia is only available to persons aged 18 years and over. By accessing Rocket Casino AU or any gaming services through this website, you confirm that you are of legal gambling age in your jurisdiction.

If you are under 18, please do not proceed. We take age verification seriously and reserve the right to verify your age at any time.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Please be aware of the following warning signs that may indicate a gambling problem:

• Constantly thinking about gambling or past gambling experiences
• Needing to gamble with increasing amounts of money to achieve the same excitement
• Repeatedly trying to cut back or stop gambling without success
• Feeling restless or irritable when trying to reduce or stop gambling
• Gambling as a way to escape problems or relieve stress
• Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
• Lying to family, friends, or others about gambling activities
• Borrowing money or engaging in illegal activity to fund gambling
• Neglecting work, education, or family responsibilities due to gambling
• Losing relationships, education, or career opportunities because of gambling

If you recognize any of these signs in yourself or someone you know, please seek help immediately.

Self-Help Tools & Protective Features

Most online gaming platforms offer tools to help you maintain control of your gaming activities:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
• Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose over a set period
• Time Limits: Set reminders to take breaks or limit your session duration
• Reality Checks: Receive regular notifications about how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
• Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing your gaming account
• Account Restrictions: Reduce betting limits or disable certain features

We encourage you to use these tools to maintain control over your gaming experience.

Support Organizations & Resources

If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. Please reach out to one of the following support organizations:

Australia (Primary)

• Gambling Help Online – Free, confidential counselling and support
  www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
  Phone: 1800 858 858 (Free call)

International Resources

• GamCare (United Kingdom)
  www.gamcare.org.uk
• GamStop (United Kingdom) – Self-exclusion scheme
  www.gamstop.co.uk
• Responsible Gambling Council (Canada)
  www.responsiblegambling.org
• National Council on Problem Gambling (USA)
  www.ncpgambling.org
• Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (Germany)
  www.bzga.de

If You Need Help

If gambling is causing you distress, affecting your relationships, finances, or mental health, please seek help today. There is no shame in reaching out for support, and trained counsellors are available to assist you confidentially and free of charge.

Contact Gambling Help Online now: 1800 858 858

Remember: Help is always available, and recovery is possible.