Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At albertparkartwalk.com, we believe that online 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.
Please gamble only what you can afford to lose and set limits before you start playing.
Age Verification
Online gaming at Star Casino is strictly for individuals aged 18 years and over, or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction, whichever is higher. By accessing our site, you confirm that you meet the minimum legal age requirement in Australia.
We do not permit gambling by minors and take this responsibility seriously.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you experience any of the following, you may be developing a gambling problem. Please seek help:
- Chasing losses by gambling more money to recover what you've lost
- Hiding your gambling activities or lying about the time and money spent
- Gambling with money needed for essential expenses (rent, food, bills)
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when trying to reduce or stop gambling
- Gambling to escape problems or negative emotions
- Neglecting family, work, school, or hobbies due to gambling
- Borrowing money to gamble or pay gambling debts
- Failed attempts to control, cut back, or stop gambling
- Risking or losing important relationships, opportunities, or careers
- Gambling more money or for longer periods than intended
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Most reputable online casinos, including those affiliated with Star Casino, offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a daily, weekly, or monthly limit on how much you can deposit
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount of losses you're willing to accept
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders about how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing gaming platforms
- Session Timers: Set time limits for your gaming sessions
- Account Cooling-Off: Take a break from your account for a set period
If your chosen operator offers these tools, we encourage you to use them proactively.
Support Organizations for Australian Players
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. The following organizations provide free, confidential support in Australia:
Australia
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Gambling Help Online
Phone: 1800 858 858 (free, 24/7)
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Provides counselling, support, and resources for problem gamblers and their families.
International Support
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GamCare (United Kingdom)
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk -
GamStop (United Kingdom)
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
National self-exclusion scheme. -
National Council on Problem Gambling (United States)
Website: www.ncpgambling.org -
Responsible Gambling Council (Canada)
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
If You Need Help
Don't hesitate to reach out. Problem gambling is treatable, and seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness.
Contact Gambling Help Online on 1800 858 858 (available 24/7 in Australia) or visit their website at www.gamblinghelponline.org.au.
You can also speak with a counsellor confidentially about your concerns. Help is free and available to you and your family.