Responsible Gaming

Gambling Should Be Entertainment

At Chew The Stat, we believe that gambling should only ever be viewed as a form of entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Betting should be fun, exciting, and something you can afford to lose. If you find yourself relying on gambling as income or using it to chase losses, it's time to seek help.

Set a budget you can afford to lose and stick to it. Never gamble with money you need for essentials like rent, food, or bills.

Age Verification

In Australia, you must be 18 years of age or older to participate in gambling activities. If you are under 18, you are not permitted to use any betting services featured on this site.

We take age verification seriously and encourage parents and guardians to monitor online activities and implement parental controls where appropriate.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Problem gambling can develop gradually. If you recognise any of the following warning signs in yourself or someone you know, professional help is available:

• Chasing losses: Continuing to gamble to try to recover money you've lost
• Hiding gambling activity: Concealing the extent of your gambling from family or friends
• Losing control: Being unable to stick to gambling limits or stop when you want to
• Neglecting responsibilities: Missing work, school, or family commitments due to gambling
• Gambling with borrowed money: Using credit cards, loans, or borrowed funds to gamble
• Mood changes: Becoming irritable or anxious when unable to gamble
• Escalating stakes: Needing to bet larger amounts to achieve the same excitement
• Relationship problems: Conflict with family or friends about your gambling
• Financial difficulties: Experiencing money problems as a direct result of gambling
• Failed attempts to stop: Repeated unsuccessful efforts to cut down or quit gambling

If you recognise these signs, reaching out for help is a sign of strength, not weakness.

Self-Help Tools & Safer Gambling Features

Most reputable betting sites offer tools to help you maintain control of your gambling. These features include:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, monthly)
• Loss Limits: Cap the amount of money you're willing to lose during a set period
• Reality Checks: Receive regular notifications during your gambling session to remind you how long you've been playing and how much you've wagered
• Cooling-off Periods: Take a break from gambling for a set duration (days or weeks)
• Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from betting sites for a predetermined period, preventing access to your accounts
• Spending Tracker: Monitor your deposits and losses in real-time

We encourage you to use these tools proactively, even if you don't currently feel you need them. They're there to help you gamble responsibly.

Get Help: Support Organisations in Australia

If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, free and confidential support is available:

International Support Services

If you're accessing betting sites from other locations, support is also available through:

• GamCare (UK): www.gamcare.org.uk
• GamStop (UK): www.gamstop.co.uk — National self-exclusion scheme
• Responsible Gambling Council (Canada): www.responsiblegambling.org
• National Council on Problem Gambling (USA): www.ncpgambling.org

If You Need Help, Take Action Today

Problem gambling is treatable, and help is always available. Whether you're concerned about your own gambling or someone else's, reaching out is the first step toward recovery.

Don't wait for things to get worse. Contact one of the support organisations listed above today. All services are free, confidential, and non-judgmental.

Remember: seeking help is a sign of strength, and recovery is possible.