Independent AU field guide · Updated 1 Oct 202618+ · Facts before hype

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Keep the boundary visible.

Gambling is entertainment with a real risk of financial harm. Limits work best when they are set before play and cannot move with the mood.

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Warning signs

  • Spending more time or money than planned.
  • Chasing losses or borrowing to continue.
  • Hiding gambling from people close to you.
  • Feeling restless, anxious or unable to stop.

Before any session

Three hard limits.

Money

Loss limit

Use only an amount that can be lost in full without affecting bills, debt or savings.

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Time

End time

Set an alarm and leave when it sounds, regardless of whether the session is ahead or behind.

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Frequency

Days off

Schedule gambling-free days and use cooling-off or exclusion tools when the boundary moves.

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Important: BetStop covers Australian-licensed online and phone wagering providers. Offshore casino self-exclusion may operate separately and may not connect to Australian national registers.