Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
At marciophotography.com, we believe that gambling should only ever be viewed as a form of entertainment, similar to going to the cinema or attending a sporting event. It should never be considered a way to earn money or solve financial problems.
Betting sites offer products designed for adult entertainment purposes only. Always gamble within your means and only with money you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
All gambling activities are strictly limited to individuals aged 18 years and over in Australia, or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction, whichever is higher.
By accessing any betting site, you confirm that you:
- Are at least 18 years of age
- Meet all legal requirements in your location to gamble
- Are not prohibited by law from participating in gambling activities
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following signs in your own behaviour, it may be time to seek help:
- Constantly thinking about gambling or past gambling experiences
- Needing to bet with increasing amounts of money to achieve the same excitement
- Repeatedly trying to cut back or stop gambling without success
- Feeling restless or irritable when attempting to reduce gambling
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Lying to family, friends, or professionals about the extent of your gambling
- Jeopardising or losing important relationships due to gambling
- Relying on others for money to cover gambling debts
- Neglecting work, school, or family responsibilities
- Gambling as a way to escape problems or relieve stress
- Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
- Experiencing anxiety, depression, or suicidal thoughts related to gambling
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Most reputable betting sites offer tools to help you maintain control of your gambling:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Restrict the maximum amount you can lose during a set period
- Reality Checks: Receive regular notifications during gambling sessions reminding you how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing betting sites
- Time-Outs: Take a mandatory break from gambling for a period you specify
- Account Closure: Permanently close your account if you decide to stop gambling
Make use of these tools and speak to customer support if you need assistance setting them up.
Support Organisations & Resources
If you're struggling with problem gambling, professional help is available and completely confidential. Please reach out to one of these trusted organisations:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online — Free counselling and support for problem gambling
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
National Gambling Helpline: 1800 858 858 (available 24/7)
International Resources
- GamCare (United Kingdom) — Gambling support and advice
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop (United Kingdom) — National self-exclusion scheme
www.gamstop.co.uk - Responsible Gambling Council (Canada) — Evidence-based resources and support
www.responsiblegambling.org - National Council on Problem Gambling (United States) — Help and referral services
www.ncpgambling.org
Need Help? Reach Out Today
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, please don't suffer in silence. Help is available and seeking support is a sign of strength, not weakness.
Contact Gambling Help Online on 1800 858 858 for free, confidential support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
You can also speak to a counsellor online at www.gamblinghelponline.org.au