Responsible Gaming

Our Commitment to Responsible Gaming

At Dove and Dovelet, we are committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Gambling should be enjoyed as entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. If you choose to play online pokies, please do so responsibly and within your means.

Age Verification

All online pokies in Australia are strictly regulated and available only to players aged 18 years and over (or the legal gambling age in your state or territory). By accessing any pokies platform through our affiliate links, you confirm that you meet the legal age requirement in your jurisdiction and that gambling is legal where you are located.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

If you recognise any of the following warning signs in yourself or someone you know, it may indicate problem gambling:

• Spending more money on gambling than you can afford to lose
• Chasing losses by gambling more to try to recover money lost
• Hiding gambling activity or lying about the amount you gamble
• Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
• Neglecting family, friends, work, or education due to gambling
• Borrowing money or getting into debt to fund gambling
• Gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
• Failed attempts to reduce or control gambling
• Loss of interest in hobbies and activities outside of gambling
• Experiencing financial, legal, or relationship problems due to gambling

Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gambling Features

Most reputable online pokies platforms offer tools to help you gamble responsibly:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to spend per day, week, or month
• Loss Limits: Set a cap on how much you're willing to lose in a session
• Time Limits: Set reminders or automatic session timeouts to monitor your play duration
• Reality Checks: Receive periodic notifications about your spending and time spent gambling
• Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from a gaming platform if you need a break
• Account Closure: Close your account permanently if you decide to stop gambling

Always use these tools proactively and adjust your limits if your circumstances change.

Support & Help Services in Australia

If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. The following Australian organisations provide free, confidential support:

Gambling Help Online (Australia)

Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au

Free telephone and online counselling service for people concerned about gambling. Available 24/7 across Australia.

Lifeline Australia

Phone: 13 11 14 (24 hours, 7 days a week)

A crisis support service providing free, confidential telephone counselling for people in emotional distress or crisis situations.

Beyond Blue

Phone: 1300 224 636 (24 hours)

Website: www.beyondblue.org.au

Support for mental health concerns, anxiety, and depression, which may be linked to problem gambling.

Gamblers Anonymous Australia

Peer support meetings across Australia for people working towards recovery from problem gambling.

International Support Services

If you are accessing our website from outside Australia, the following organisations also provide support:

United Kingdom

• GamCare: www.gamcare.org.uk
• GamStop (Self-Exclusion Scheme): www.gamstop.co.uk

Canada

• Responsible Gambling Council: www.responsiblegambling.org

United States

• National Council on Problem Gambling: www.ncpgambling.org

Germany

• Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung: BZgA Gambling Help Services

Take Action Today

If you have a gambling problem or suspect you may develop one, seek help immediately. There is no shame in reaching out to support services. Early intervention can prevent serious harm to your finances, relationships, and mental health.

Remember:

• Gamble only what you can afford to lose
• Never gamble to make money or solve financial problems
• Set limits and stick to them
• Take regular breaks from gambling
• Don't gamble when stressed, depressed, or using alcohol
• Reach out for help if you're concerned about your gambling

If you need support right now, contact Gambling Help Online at www.gamblinghelponline.org.au or call 1800 858 858 (free call from landline or mobile).