Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At Advance Kings Cote, we believe that gaming should be enjoyed as entertainment only, never as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. While Star Casino offers exciting gaming experiences, it's important to approach all gaming activities with responsibility and awareness.
Please gamble within your means and only with money you can afford to lose. If gaming stops being fun, it's time to seek help.
Age Verification
Gaming at Star Casino is only available to persons aged 18 years or older in Australia, or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction, whichever is applicable.
We are committed to preventing underage gambling. All players must verify their age during registration. Playing while underage is illegal and can have serious consequences.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can develop gradually. Please be aware of these warning signs:
- Chasing losses: Continuing to gamble to recover money you've lost
- Hiding your gambling: Keeping gaming activities secret from family or friends
- Loss of control: Unable to stop or limit your gaming sessions
- Neglecting responsibilities: Missing work, school, or family obligations due to gaming
- Financial strain: Borrowing money or using credit to fund gaming
- Mood changes: Gaming to escape negative emotions or stress
- Escalating stakes: Needing to gamble larger amounts for the same excitement
- Failed attempts to quit: Repeatedly trying but failing to reduce or stop gaming
- Relationship problems: Gaming causing conflict with loved ones
- Physical symptoms: Anxiety, insomnia, or irritability related to gaming
If you recognise any of these signs in yourself or someone else, please seek help immediately.
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Star Casino and most licensed gaming platforms offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set daily, weekly, or monthly limits on the amount you can deposit
- Loss Limits: Set limits on the amount you're willing to lose over a given period
- Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders about how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Session Limits: Set automatic timeouts for your gaming sessions
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing your gaming account
- Account Closure: Permanently close your account if you wish to stop gaming
Contact Star Casino's customer support to access these tools, or speak with a counsellor who can help you set appropriate limits.
Support & Help Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. Please reach out to one of these organisations:
Australia
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Gambling Help Online
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Free, confidential counselling and support for Australians affected by problem gambling. Phone: 1800 858 858 -
Gamblers Anonymous Australia
Support groups and peer assistance across Australia
United Kingdom
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GamCare
www.gamcare.org.uk
Free gambling support and counselling services -
GamStop
www.gamstop.co.uk
National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
Canada
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Responsible Gambling Council
www.responsiblegambling.org
Resources and support for problem gambling in Canada
United States
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National Council on Problem Gambling
www.ncpgambling.org
1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) — Free, confidential helpline
Germany
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Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
Information and support for problem gambling in Germany
If You Need Help, Please Reach Out
Problem gambling is a serious issue, but it is treatable. If you or someone you care about is struggling:
- Talk to someone: Reach out to a trusted friend, family member, or counsellor
- Contact a helpline: Call Gambling Help Online on 1800 858 858 (Australia) or your local support service
- Use self-exclusion: Immediately activate self-exclusion tools on your account
- Seek professional help: Speak with a therapist or counsellor experienced in gambling addiction
Recovery is possible. Help is available 24/7, and all support services are free and confidential.