Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
At A Forager's Heart, we're committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Online gaming, including at Star Casino, should only be viewed as a form of entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems.
Please gamble within your means and only with money you can afford to lose. Set strict limits and stick to them.
Age Verification
To access Star Casino and other gambling services in Australia, you must be at least 18 years of age or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction, whichever is higher.
It is your responsibility to ensure that you meet the legal age requirements in your location before engaging in any gambling activities.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Do you recognise any of these warning signs in your own behaviour?
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding gambling activities from family, friends, or partners
- Gambling with money needed for bills, rent, or other essentials
- Experiencing mood swings or irritability when unable to gamble
- Lying about the amount of time or money spent gambling
- Neglecting work, school, or family responsibilities due to gambling
- Feeling the need to gamble with increasing amounts for the same excitement
- Unsuccessful attempts to cut back or stop gambling
- Borrowing money to fund gambling activities
- Using gambling as an escape from stress, anxiety, or depression
If you recognise these signs in yourself or someone you know, please reach out for help immediately.
Self-Help Tools & Controls
Most licensed online casinos offer tools to help you maintain control of your gambling:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a day, week, or month
- Loss Limits: Restrict the amount of money you're willing to lose in a set timeframe
- Betting Limits: Cap the maximum bet size on individual games or sessions
- Reality Checks: Receive regular notifications about how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Session Time Limits: Set automatic timeouts after a certain period of play
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from your account for a period of time or permanently
Take advantage of these tools to maintain a healthy relationship with gaming.
Support Organizations & Resources
If you're struggling with problem gambling, professional help is available. In Australia, please contact:
Gambling Help Online
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Free, confidential counselling and support services for people concerned about their gambling or someone else's gambling.
Additional International Resources:
GamCare (United Kingdom)
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
GamStop (United Kingdom)
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling.
Responsible Gambling Council (Canada)
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
National Council on Problem Gambling (United States)
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
If You Need Help
If you believe you have a gambling problem, or if someone you know is struggling, please seek help immediately. There is no shame in reaching out for support.
Contact Gambling Help Online today: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Remember: Help is available, and recovery is possible.