Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At Sweeper Music, we're committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Pokies and online gaming should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. If you choose to play, please do so within your means and always set limits on time and money spent.
Age Verification
By accessing our PayID pokies content and recommendations, you confirm that you are:
- At least 18 years of age, or the legal gambling age in your state or territory (whichever is higher)
- A resident of Australia
- Legally permitted to gamble in your jurisdiction
If you are under the legal gambling age, please do not use this website. Parents and guardians should monitor online activity and ensure young people do not access gambling content.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following, you may be developing a gambling problem. Please seek help:
- Chasing losses: Gambling more to try to recover money you've lost
- Hiding gambling: Concealing gambling activity from friends, family, or partners
- Loss of control: Unable to stop or reduce gambling despite wanting to
- Neglecting responsibilities: Missing work, school, or family commitments due to gambling
- Financial problems: Borrowing money or using savings/credit to gamble
- Escalating stakes: Needing to gamble larger amounts to achieve the same excitement
- Mood changes: Becoming anxious, irritable, or depressed when unable to gamble
- Failed attempts to quit: Repeatedly trying and failing to stop or reduce gambling
- Relationship strain: Gambling causing conflict with loved ones
- Physical symptoms: Sleep disruption, stress-related health issues
Self-Help Tools
If you're concerned about your gambling, consider using these tools to maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to spend on gambling per day, week, or month
- Loss Limits: Decide in advance the maximum amount you're prepared to lose and stick to it
- Reality Checks: Use reminders to check how much time and money you've spent while gambling
- Time Limits: Set a timer and stop playing when your time is up
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from licensed venues or online platforms
- Take Breaks: Regular breaks from gambling help maintain perspective
- Separate Finances: Use a dedicated account with limited funds for entertainment purposes only
Support Organisations
If you're struggling with problem gambling, professional support is available. Contact these organisations:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online – Free, confidential support and counselling
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 (24/7) - Gambler's Help – Counselling and support services across Victoria
Phone: 1800 858 858 - Problem Gambling Services NSW – Support in New South Wales
Phone: 1800 858 858
International Support
- GamCare (UK) – Counselling and support services
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop (UK) – National self-exclusion scheme
www.gamstop.co.uk - Responsible Gambling Council (Canada)
www.responsiblegambling.org - National Council on Problem Gambling (USA)
www.ncpgambling.org
If You Need Help
Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. If you or someone you know is experiencing problems related to gambling, please reach out to one of the support organisations listed above. Free, confidential help is available 24/7.
Remember: gambling should never be your only source of entertainment or a way to solve financial problems. If gambling is affecting your health, relationships, or finances, please seek professional support today.