Responsible Gaming
At Geelong Pokies, we prioritize responsible and safe gaming practices to ensure a positive experience for all our players. We believe that gaming should be enjoyable entertainment rather than a means of generating income.
Safe and Balanced Gaming Habits
Gaming is a form of leisure activity that can provide entertainment and excitement. However, it's essential to maintain balance in your life and avoid excessive gaming habits. To achieve this, we recommend the following:
- Set aside dedicated time for gaming
- Allocate a specific budget for gaming activities
- Take regular breaks from gaming sessions
Budget and Bankroll Management
Effective budgeting is crucial to ensure responsible gaming practices. We encourage our players to set realistic budgets and stick to them.
- Determine your deposit limit: You can find this option in your account settings under "Deposit Limits."
- Set a daily, weekly or monthly spending limit
- Prioritize essential expenses over non-essential ones
Deposit, Loss, Wager, and Session Limits
To maintain a safe gaming environment, we offer the following limits:
- Deposit Limits: You can set a limit on how much you want to deposit within a specified period.
- Loss Limits: This feature allows you to set a maximum loss amount for each session or daily/weekly/monthly basis
- Wager Limits: Set a limit on your bets to control potential losses
- Session Limits: Determine the time spent gaming per session
Reality Checks and Time Reminders
Our system can prompt reality checks at regular intervals, reminding you of your gaming duration.
- Reality Check Frequency: You can choose from 15 minutes, 30 minutes, or an hour for automatic reminders.
- Set custom alerts to monitor your playtime and adjust limits accordingly
Cooling-Off Periods and Self-Exclusion Tools
In situations where you feel the need to take a break or step away completely, we offer two self-regulation tools:
- Cooling-off period: Temporarily suspend your gaming account for a set amount of time (e.g., 24 hours, 7 days, etc.)
- Self-exclusion: Permanently block access to your account
Account Verification and Age Restrictions
We ensure the age restriction guidelines are met with strict verification processes.
- Age limit: Players must be at least 18 years old
- Identity Verification: Mandatory for new player registration, we require valid government-issued IDs
Protection of Vulnerable Players
Recognizing vulnerable individuals is an essential aspect of our responsible gaming initiative. We monitor and address cases where individuals may be affected by problem gambling.
- If you or someone else is struggling with excessive gaming habits, seek professional help.
- Support hotlines are available for immediate assistance
Warning Signs of Problematic Gambling
While enjoying your favorite games at Geelong Pokies is perfectly fine, it's vital to recognize potential signs of trouble. Some warning indicators include:
- Spending increasing amounts on gaming activities
- Neglecting essential responsibilities due to gaming habits
- Feeling anxious or irritable when unable to play
- Trying to conceal or deny excessive spending
Support Organisations and Professional Help Resources
If you are experiencing problems with your betting activity, we encourage players to reach out for help.
Responsible Bonus Usage
When taking advantage of promotions or bonuses from Geelong Pokies, keep the following in mind:
- Understand bonus terms and conditions
- Set realistic expectations regarding potential returns
Safer Gaming During Slots, Live Casino, Sportsbook, or Promotional Play
We recommend responsible gaming habits for all our games.
- Keep your sessions short when using bonuses or playing high-risk games
- Take advantage of reality checks to maintain control over playtime
