Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
At The Workshop Studio AU, we believe gambling should only ever be enjoyed as a form of entertainment. Betting sites should never be viewed as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Only gamble with money you can afford to lose, and always set limits before you play.
Age Verification
In Australia, you must be 18 years of age or older to legally gamble. All betting sites we affiliate with require strict age verification. If you are under 18, please do not attempt to access gambling services. Underage gambling is illegal and harmful.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Do you recognise any of the following warning signs in yourself or someone you know?
- Chasing losses by gambling more to try to win money back
- Gambling with money needed for essentials like rent, food, or bills
- Hiding gambling activities or lying about how much time and money you spend
- Feeling anxious or irritable when not gambling
- Gambling for longer periods or with larger amounts than intended
- Neglecting family, work, school, or other important responsibilities
- Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
- Failed attempts to cut down or stop gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems, stress, or difficult emotions
- Experiencing relationship breakdowns due to gambling
If you recognise these signs, help is available.
Self-Help Tools & Resources
Most responsible betting sites offer built-in tools to help you stay in control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a day, week, or month
- Loss Limits: Cap the amount of money you're willing to lose in a set period
- Reality Checks: Receive reminders during gambling sessions about how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Time Limits: Set automatic session timeouts to prevent extended play
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently close your account if you feel you're losing control
- Account Restrictions: Ask betting sites to restrict your account access
Use these tools proactively to maintain healthy gambling habits.
Support Organisations — Get Help Today
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, professional help is available. These organisations provide free, confidential support:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online — Free counselling and support service for Australians
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 (24/7 helpline)
United Kingdom
- GamCare — Free support and counselling for problem gamblers
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop — National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
www.gamstop.co.uk
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council — Evidence-based support and resources
www.responsiblegambling.org
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) — Free helpline and referrals
www.ncpgambling.org
Phone: 1-800-522-4700 (24/7 helpline)
Germany
- Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) — Federal Centre for Health Education
www.bzga.de
If You Need Help, Reach Out Today
Problem gambling is a serious issue, but recovery is possible. If you or someone close to you is struggling with gambling, please contact one of the support organisations listed above. These services are:
- Free — No cost to access
- Confidential — Your privacy is protected
- Available 24/7 — Help when you need it
- Professional — Trained counsellors and advisors
You are not alone. Help is just one call or click away.