Responsible Gaming

Gaming Should Be Entertainment

At thisverynow.com, we're committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Online pokies should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please gamble within your means and set limits before you play.

Age Verification

All players must be 18 years of age or older (or the legal gambling age in your state or territory) to access and use our services. By using thisverynow.com, you confirm that you meet the legal age requirement in Australia.

We do not knowingly permit underage gambling. If you are under the legal age, please do not gamble on our site.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Do you recognise any of these warning signs in yourself or someone you know?

• Chasing losses by gambling more to try to recover money lost
• Spending more time and money on gambling than intended
• Hiding gambling activity or lying about the extent of your gambling
• Neglecting family, work, or other responsibilities due to gambling
• Borrowing money to gamble or pay off gambling debts
• Gambling to escape problems, stress, anxiety, or depression
• Feeling anxious or irritable when trying to reduce or stop gambling
• Failed attempts to cut back or stop gambling
• Risking important relationships, jobs, or education due to gambling
• Increasing the amount wagered to get the same level of excitement

If you recognise any of these signs, help is available. Please reach out to a support organisation immediately.

Self-Help Tools & Limits

We provide several tools to help you gamble responsibly:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to deposit in a specific time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
• Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose before stopping play
• Reality Checks: Regular reminders of how long you've been playing and how much you've wagered
• Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently close your account and exclude yourself from accessing our site
• Take a Break: Pause your account for a cooling-off period without closing it permanently

To access these tools, log into your account and visit the Responsible Gaming settings, or contact our customer support team for assistance.

Get Help — Australian & International Support

If you're struggling with gambling, professional help is available. Please reach out to one of these trusted organisations:

Australia

• Gambling Help Online
  Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
  Free, confidential counselling and support for people affected by gambling problems in Australia.
• Lifeline Australia
  Phone: 13 11 14 (24/7)
  Crisis support and counselling for Australians in distress.
• Beyond Blue
  Phone: 1300 224 636 (24/7)
  Support for mental health and wellbeing, including gambling-related concerns.

International Support

• United Kingdom: GamCare.org.uk | GamStop.co.uk
• Canada: Responsible Gambling Council
• United States: National Council on Problem Gambling
• Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)

If You Need Help

Problem gambling is a serious issue, but recovery is possible with the right support.

If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, please don't hesitate to:

• Contact Gambling Help Online for confidential support
• Call Lifeline Australia on 13 11 14 (24 hours, 7 days a week)
• Speak with a counsellor, therapist, or trusted family member
• Use the self-exclusion tools available on thisverynow.com

Your wellbeing is important to us. Seek help today.