Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At Active Locksmiths, we're committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. While gaming can be an enjoyable form of entertainment, it's important to remember that gambling should never be viewed as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Always gamble within your means and only with money you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
You must be at least 18 years of age or the legal gambling age in your Australian state or territory to participate in gaming activities at Star Casino. We are committed to preventing underage gambling and maintaining a safe gaming environment for all players.
Underage gambling is illegal. If you are under 18, please do not attempt to access gaming services.
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:
- Constantly thinking about gambling or past gambling experiences
- Needing to gamble with increasing amounts of money to achieve the desired excitement
- Repeatedly trying to control, cut back, or stop gambling without success
- Feeling restless or irritable when attempting to reduce or stop gambling
- Gambling to escape problems or relieve stress
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Lying to family, friends, or therapists about gambling activities
- Jeopardising relationships, employment, or educational opportunities due to gambling
- Relying on others to provide money to cover gambling debts
- Experiencing anxiety, depression, or other mood changes related to gambling
Self-Help Tools & Protective Measures
Star Casino and affiliated platforms offer several tools to help you maintain control of your gaming:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to deposit within a specific time period (daily, weekly, or monthly).
- Loss Limits: Establish a maximum loss threshold to help you stop playing once you reach it.
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders during gaming sessions about how long you've been playing and how much you've spent.
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gaming platforms if you feel you're losing control.
- Session Time Limits: Set automatic session timeouts to prevent extended gaming periods.
- Account Cooling-Off Periods: Take a break from gaming by requesting a temporary account suspension.
We encourage you to use these tools proactively as part of your responsible gaming strategy.
Support & Counselling Services
If you or someone you know needs support with problem gambling, please reach out to one of these trusted organisations:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Free, confidential support, information, and counselling for people concerned about gambling.
United Kingdom
- GamCare
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
Provides free, confidential support and treatment for problem gambling. - GamStop
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
The National Self-Exclusion Scheme for online gambling in Great Britain.
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
Promotes safe and responsible gambling across Canada.
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
National helpline: 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537)
Provides information, referrals, and support for problem gambling.
If You Need Help
Don't hesitate to reach out. Problem gambling is a serious issue that affects many people, but help and support are available. If you or a loved one is struggling with gambling, please contact one of the support organisations listed above or speak with a counsellor or mental health professional.
Remember: seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Recovery is possible, and support services are confidential and non-judgmental.