Responsible Gaming

Gambling Should Be Entertainment

At Poppies for Willow, we believe that gambling should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only. It should never be viewed as a way to earn money, pay bills, or solve financial problems. Please gamble responsibly and only with money you can afford to lose.

If you're feeling pressure to gamble or using gambling to cope with stress, sadness, or other difficult emotions, it's time to seek help.

Age Verification

You must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction) to access and use betting services. We are committed to preventing underage gambling and will verify your age before allowing access to our partner betting sites.

If you are under 18, please do not proceed.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

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

• Constantly thinking about gambling or past betting experiences
• Needing to gamble with increasing amounts of money to get the same excitement
• Chasing losses by gambling more to try to win back money you've lost
• Hiding gambling activity or lying about how much time and money you spend gambling
• Neglecting family, work, school, or other important responsibilities due to gambling
• Continuing to gamble despite negative financial or personal consequences
• Feeling restless or irritable when trying to reduce or stop gambling
• Borrowing money or selling possessions to fund gambling
• Using gambling to escape problems, anxiety, or depression
• Failed attempts to reduce or control your gambling

If you've checked any of these boxes, please reach out for support.

Self-Help Tools & Safer Gambling Features

Most reputable betting sites offer tools to help you stay in control:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to deposit each day, week, or month
• Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose in a given period
• Betting Limits: Restrict the maximum stake on individual bets
• Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders about how long you've been gambling and how much you've wagered
• Time-Out (Cool-Off Period): Take a break from gambling for a set period (e.g., 24 hours to 6 weeks)
• Self-Exclusion: Permanently or temporarily exclude yourself from betting sites

Use these tools proactively to protect yourself and maintain control of your gambling.

Support Organisations in Australia & Beyond

If you're struggling with gambling, professional help is available. Here are organisations that can assist:

Australia

• Gambling Help Online – Free, confidential support for problem gambling
  www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
  Phone: 1800 858 858 (toll-free, 24/7)
• Lifeline Australia – Crisis support and counselling
  Phone: 13 11 14 (24/7, local call cost)

United Kingdom

• GamCare – Free, confidential support and counselling
  www.gamcare.org.uk
• GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme
  www.gamstop.co.uk

Canada

• Responsible Gambling Council – Evidence-based resources and support
  www.responsiblegambling.org

United States

• National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) – Helpline and resources
  www.ncpgambling.org
  Helpline: 1-800-522-4700 (confidential, 24/7)

Germany

• Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) – Federal agency for health education
  www.bzga.de

All services listed are free and confidential. Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness.

If You Need Help, Reach Out Today

Problem gambling is treatable, and recovery is possible. Whether you're concerned about your own gambling or someone else's, there's no shame in asking for help.

Contact Gambling Help Online on 1800 858 858 or visit www.gamblinghelponline.org.au to speak with a counsellor.

Remember: Your wellbeing is more important than any bet. Take control today.