Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At Bald Asphalt, we believe that online pokies and 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 approach it responsibly and within your means.
Remember: the house always has an edge. Only gamble with money you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
All users must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal gaming age in your state or territory) to access and use gaming services on this website. If you are under the legal age, please do not proceed.
By accessing this site, you confirm that you meet the legal age requirement in your jurisdiction.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Do you recognise any of these warning signs in yourself or someone you know?
- Chasing losses: Trying to win back money you've lost by gambling more
- Hiding gambling activity: Keeping your gaming secret from friends or family
- Spending more than planned: Consistently gambling longer or with more money than intended
- Neglecting responsibilities: Missing work, school, or social commitments due to gambling
- Financial problems: Borrowing money to gamble or struggling to pay bills
- Mood changes: Becoming irritable, anxious, or depressed when not gambling
- Failed attempts to stop: Repeatedly trying and failing to cut back on gaming
- Tolerance: Needing to gamble with larger amounts to feel the same excitement
- Escape through gambling: Using gaming to cope with stress, anxiety, or other problems
- Relationship strain: Gaming is causing conflict with loved ones
If you recognise these signs, it's time to seek help.
Self-Help Tools & Limits
Most responsible gaming platforms offer tools to help you stay in control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Establish a maximum amount you're willing to lose before stopping
- Reality Checks: Receive regular pop-up reminders of how long and how much you've been playing
- Time-Out: Take a break from gaming for a set period (days or weeks)
- Self-Exclusion: Exclude yourself from gaming sites for a longer period (weeks, months, or years)
Use these tools proactively to maintain control over your gaming habits.
Support Organisations
If you or someone you know needs help with problem gambling, please reach out to one of these organisations:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online – Free, confidential counselling and support
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au - National Problem Gambling Service – Phone counselling available 24/7
Call 1800 858 858 (free call) - Lifeline Australia – Crisis support and counselling
Call 13 11 14 or visit www.lifeline.org.au
International Support
- GamCare (UK)
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop (UK Self-Exclusion)
www.gamstop.co.uk - Responsible Gambling Council (Canada)
www.responsiblegambling.org - National Council on Problem Gambling (USA)
www.ncpgambling.org
If You Have a Problem, Seek Help Today
Problem gambling is a serious issue, but help is available. Reaching out to a support organisation is the first step towards recovery. These services are confidential, free, and staffed by trained professionals who understand what you're going through.
Don't struggle alone. Contact Gambling Help Online on 1800 858 858 or visit www.gamblinghelponline.org.au today.
Our Commitment
Bald Asphalt is committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. We provide resources and support to help our users enjoy gaming safely and responsibly. If you have any concerns about your gaming habits, please don't hesitate to use our self-help tools or contact one of the support organisations listed above.