Responsible Gaming

Our Commitment to Safe Gaming

At Bikes N Bits, we're committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Remember: gambling should be entertainment, not a way to earn money. Pokies and online gambling are games of chance designed for fun and excitement only. Never gamble with money you can't afford to lose.

Age Verification

You must be 18 years of age or older to gamble in Australia. If you are under the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction, you are not permitted to use any gambling services. We take age verification seriously and reserve the right to request proof of age at any time.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

If you notice any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, it may indicate a problem with gambling:

• Chasing losses by gambling with more money to recover what you've lost
• Hiding gambling activity or lying about how much time or money you're spending
• Gambling with money intended for bills, rent, or essential expenses
• Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when unable to gamble
• Needing to gamble with increasing amounts of money to achieve the same excitement
• Neglecting family, work, school, or other important responsibilities
• Borrowing money or using credit to fund gambling
• Failed attempts to reduce or stop gambling
• Using gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
• Experiencing relationship problems due to gambling habits

Self-Help Tools

Most reputable online gambling operators offer tools to help you maintain control:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
• Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose during a session or over time
• Reality Checks: Enable pop-up reminders that show how long you've been playing and how much you've wagered
• Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gambling for a period you choose
• Time Limits: Set alarms or use automatic session timeouts to prevent extended play

Use these tools proactively to keep your gambling enjoyable and within your means.

Support Organizations in Australia

If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available:

• Gambling Help Online
  Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
  Free, confidential counseling and support services for problem gambling in Australia
• Lifeline Australia
  Phone: 13 11 14 (24/7, free call)
  Support for emotional distress and crisis situations
• Gamblers Anonymous
  Peer support meetings and 12-step program available across Australia
  Find local meetings at your nearest venue

International Support Resources

Additional support services available internationally:

• GamCare (UK)
  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

Reach out today. Problem gambling is a treatable condition, and seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Whether you're concerned about your own gambling or that of a loved one, the organizations listed above provide free, confidential support.

Contact Gambling Help Online at www.gamblinghelponline.org.au or call a counselor to discuss your situation in complete confidence.

Our Responsibility

Bikes N Bits is dedicated to supporting responsible gaming. We encourage all players to gamble within their means, set limits, and seek help if gambling becomes a problem. Your wellbeing is important to us.