Responsible Gaming
Our Commitment to Safe Gaming
At Food For Thought Dinner, we are committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Online pokies and gaming should be enjoyed as entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. We encourage all players to gamble responsibly and within their means.
Age Verification
Online gaming in Australia is only available to individuals who are 18 years of age or older. We take age verification seriously and implement strict measures to ensure all players meet the legal age requirement. By accessing our site, you confirm that you are at least 18 years old and meet all legal requirements to participate in online gaming in your jurisdiction.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can affect anyone. If you experience any of the following warning signs, please seek help immediately:
- Gambling more frequently or with larger amounts than intended
- Feeling the need to chase losses by gambling more
- Hiding gambling activities or lying about the amount spent
- Neglecting family, work, or personal responsibilities due to gambling
- Using gambling as an escape from stress, anxiety, or other problems
- Experiencing anxiety, irritability, or mood swings when unable to gamble
- Borrowing money to fund gambling activities
- Feeling unable to control or stop gambling despite wanting to
- Relationship conflicts caused by gambling habits
- Financial difficulties resulting from gambling losses
Responsible Gaming Tools
We provide several tools to help you maintain control of your gaming:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Establish a maximum amount you are prepared to lose during a gaming session
- Reality Checks: Enable notifications that remind you how long you have been playing and how much you have spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from your account if you feel your gambling is becoming problematic
- Time-Outs: Take a break from gaming for a specified period without closing your account
Support Organizations in Australia
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, professional help is available:
- Gambling Help Online: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au — Australia's free and confidential counselling service for problem gambling
- Gamblers Anonymous: Free peer-support meetings throughout Australia for those affected by gambling
- National Gambling Helpline: 1800 858 858 (free call, 24/7) — confidential telephone counselling
- Lifeline: 13 11 14 — crisis support and counselling services
International Support Resources
Additional support organizations are available internationally:
- GamCare (United Kingdom): www.gamcare.org.uk
- GamStop (United Kingdom): www.gamstop.co.uk
- Responsible Gambling Council (Canada): www.responsiblegambling.org
- National Council on Problem Gambling (United States): www.ncpgambling.org
Take Action Today
If you believe you have a gambling problem, or if someone you care about does, please reach out for help. Seeking support is a sign of strength, not weakness. Whether you need to set limits on your account, take a self-exclusion break, or speak with a professional counsellor, resources are available to support you.
Remember: Gaming should be fun. If it's no longer enjoyable or is causing you harm, it's time to seek help. Contact Gambling Help Online on 1800 858 858 (24/7) or visit www.gamblinghelponline.org.au for confidential support.
Our Responsibility
Food For Thought Dinner is committed to supporting responsible gaming practices. We reserve the right to refuse service to individuals who show signs of problem gambling, and we actively promote responsible gaming awareness across our platform. Your wellbeing is our priority.