Responsible Gaming
Gambling as Entertainment
At Clooney Kitchen and Bar, we believe gambling should be enjoyed as entertainment only. It is not a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Casino games are games of chance designed for enjoyment, and the house always maintains a mathematical advantage. Please gamble only with money you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
You must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal gambling age in your Australian state or territory) to participate in gambling activities. If you are under the legal age in your jurisdiction, please do not gamble. We take age verification seriously and reserve the right to request proof of age at any time.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you experience any of the following, you may be developing a gambling problem:
- Spending more time or money gambling than intended
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding gambling activities from family or friends
- Gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
- Borrowing money or selling belongings to fund gambling
- Neglecting work, study, or personal relationships due to gambling
- Feeling anxious or irritable when trying to reduce gambling
- Failed attempts to stop or control gambling behaviour
If you recognise these signs in yourself or someone else, please seek help immediately.
Self-Help Tools
Most responsible gaming platforms offer tools to help you manage your gambling:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount of money you will deposit within a specific period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount of money you are willing to lose
- Reality Checks: Receive pop-up reminders of how long you have been gambling and how much you have spent
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from gambling for a set period or indefinitely
- Account Closure: Permanently close your account if you wish to stop gambling
Use these tools to maintain control over your gambling activities.
Support Organisations
If you need help with problem gambling, these organisations provide free and confidential support:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online — Free counselling and information for all Australians
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 (24/7)
United Kingdom
- GamCare — Free support and information
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop — National self-exclusion scheme
www.gamstop.co.uk
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council — Resources and support
www.responsiblegambling.org
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling — Confidential helpline
www.ncpgambling.org
Phone: 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537)
Germany
- Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung — Federal health education centre
Website: www.bzga.de
Get Help Today
If you believe you have a gambling problem, please reach out to one of the support organisations listed above. There is no shame in seeking help — these services are confidential, free, and staffed by trained professionals who understand problem gambling.
Your wellbeing matters. If you need help, contact Gambling Help Online on 1800 858 858 or visit www.gamblinghelponline.org.au