Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment
At AWPC Sports & Gaming, we're committed to promoting responsible gambling practices. NRL betting should be enjoyed as entertainment only – never as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. If you find yourself gambling beyond your means or struggling to control your betting, help is available.
Age Verification
In Australia, you must be 18 years of age or older to participate in gambling activities, including NRL betting. We take age verification seriously and reserve the right to request proof of age at any time.
If you are under 18, please do not use our services. Gambling is not appropriate for minors and can lead to serious harm.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Do you recognize any of these signs in your own gambling behaviour?
- Chasing losses: Trying to win back money you've lost by gambling more
- Hiding gambling: Keeping your betting activities secret from family or friends
- Loss of control: Being unable to stop gambling or stick to set limits
- Gambling with money you can't afford to lose: Using money meant for bills, rent, or essentials
- Neglecting responsibilities: Missing work, school, or family commitments due to gambling
- Mood changes: Becoming irritable, anxious, or depressed when unable to gamble
- Escalating bets: Needing to bet larger amounts to get the same excitement
- Failed attempts to quit: Repeatedly trying and failing to reduce or stop gambling
- Borrowing money to gamble: Taking loans or using credit to fund gambling
- Physical symptoms: Sleep problems, stress, or anxiety related to gambling
If you identify with any of these warning signs, it's important to reach out for support.
Self-Help Tools & Player Controls
We provide a range of tools to help you maintain control over your gambling:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Restrict the amount you're willing to lose during a betting session
- Reality Checks: Receive regular notifications during play to remind you how long you've been gambling and how much you've wagered
- Time-Out: Take a temporary break from betting for a period you choose (hours, days, or weeks)
- Self-Exclusion: Permanently close your account and exclude yourself from gambling services for an extended period
All of these tools are available in your account settings. We encourage you to use them proactively to stay in control.
Support & Counselling Services
If you're struggling with problem gambling, professional help is available. The following organizations provide free, confidential support:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Free counselling and support services for Australians experiencing gambling problems. Available online, by phone, and face-to-face.
United Kingdom
- GamCare
www.gamcare.org.uk
Provides support, information, and counselling for problem gambling. - GamStop
www.gamstop.co.uk
National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling.
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council
www.responsiblegambling.org
Provides resources and support for problem gambling across Canada.
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling
www.ncpgambling.org
Offers referrals to treatment providers and support services.
Other Regions
- Germany
Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) – Federal Centre for Health Education provides gambling problem resources.
If You Need Help
If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, please reach out for support today. There is no shame in seeking help – problem gambling is a treatable condition, and support services are confidential and non-judgmental.
Contact Gambling Help Online (Australia's primary service) at www.gamblinghelponline.org.au or speak with a counsellor who can guide you towards recovery.
Remember: Gambling should always be fun and within your means. If it isn't, help is just a call away.