Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At Southern Cross Digital Images, we are committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Online gaming should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. While gaming can be fun and exciting, it's important to understand that the house always has an edge, and you should only gamble with money you can afford to lose.
Please gamble responsibly and within your means.
Age Verification
In Australia, you must be at least 18 years of age to access and use online gaming services. We take age verification seriously and only allow eligible players to participate. By accessing Stake Casino Australia through our links, you confirm that you are of legal age and meet all local requirements to gamble in your jurisdiction.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you experience any of the following, you may be developing a gambling problem. Please seek help:
- Chasing losses: Trying to win back money you've lost by gambling more
- Hiding gambling activity: Concealing the amount of time or money spent gambling from family and friends
- Loss of control: Being unable to stick to set limits on time or money spent
- Neglecting responsibilities: Gambling instead of attending to work, study, or family obligations
- Preoccupation: Constantly thinking about gambling or planning your next gaming session
- Gambling to escape: Using gaming to cope with stress, anxiety, or negative emotions
- Financial problems: Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
- Relationship strain: Experiencing conflict with loved ones over your gambling habits
- Failed attempts to stop: Repeatedly trying and failing to reduce or quit gambling
Self-Help Tools & Safer Gaming Features
Most reputable online casinos, including Stake, offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Cap the amount of money you're willing to lose during a gaming session
- Session Time Limits: Automatically log you out after a set period to prevent extended play
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders of how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing your account
- Account Closure: Close your account if you wish to stop gambling altogether
We encourage you to use these tools to maintain control and enjoy gaming responsibly.
Support & Resources
If you're struggling with gambling, professional help is available. Please reach out to one of these trusted organizations:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au — Free, confidential counseling and support for problem gambling in Australia
- National Gambling Helpline: 1800 858 858 — Free call from anywhere in Australia
United Kingdom
- GamCare: www.gamcare.org.uk — Support and advice for problem gambling
- GamStop: www.gamstop.co.uk — National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council: www.responsiblegambling.org — Resources and support for responsible gaming
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling: www.ncpgambling.org — Help and referrals for problem gambling
Germany
- Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA): Information and support for problem gambling prevention
Need Help? Reach Out Today
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, please don't hesitate to seek help. Problem gambling is a serious issue, but recovery is possible with proper support and intervention.
Remember: Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Contact one of the organizations listed above or speak with a healthcare professional. You are not alone.
Gamble responsibly and within your limits. Your wellbeing is important.