Responsible Gaming

Gaming Should Be Entertainment

At Surrey Abaa Advisory, we believe NRL betting should be an enjoyable form of entertainment, not a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Gambling always carries risk, and the house has a mathematical edge. Only gamble with money you can afford to lose, and never bet more than you can comfortably spare.

Age Verification

You must be 18 years of age or older to participate in gambling activities in Australia. If you are under 18, please do not use our betting services. We are committed to protecting minors and comply with all Australian gambling laws.

Parents and guardians: If you have concerns about a young person's gambling, please seek support from the organisations listed below.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Problem gambling can develop gradually. Ask yourself if any of the following apply to you:

• Chasing losses by gambling with more money to try to win back what you've lost
• Gambling with larger amounts of money to get the same excitement
• Hiding your gambling or lying to family and friends about how much you gamble
• Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when trying to cut down or stop gambling
• Gambling to escape problems, stress, depression, or anxiety
• Neglecting work, study, family, or relationships because of gambling
• Borrowing money or getting into debt to fund gambling
• Unable to stick to gambling limits you've set for yourself
• Thinking about gambling constantly or planning your next bet
• Feeling guilty or ashamed about your gambling habits

If you recognise any of these signs in yourself, help is available. Please reach out to one of the support services listed below.

Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gambling Features

Most reputable online betting operators provide tools to help you gamble responsibly:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount of money you're willing to deposit in a set period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
• Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose before taking a break
• Reality Checks: Receive regular pop-up reminders about how long you've been gambling and how much you've spent
• Time-Out (Cool Off Period): Take a short break from gambling for a set period (hours or days)
• Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from gambling for a longer period (weeks, months, or years)

We encourage you to use these tools to maintain control over your gambling. If your operator doesn't offer these features, consider switching to one that does.

Get Help — Support Organisations in Australia & Beyond

If you're struggling with problem gambling, you don't have to face it alone. These organisations provide free, confidential support:

Australia

• Gambling Help Online (National Counselling Service)
  Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
  Phone: 1800 858 858 (free, confidential, 24/7)
  Provides counselling, support, and resources for problem gambling in Australia.

United Kingdom

• GamCare
  Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
  Free, confidential support for problem gambling.
• GamStop
  Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
  A national self-exclusion scheme for online gambling.

Canada

• Responsible Gambling Council
  Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
  Resources and support for responsible gambling across Canada.

United States

• National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG)
  Website: www.ncpgambling.org
  Phone: 1-800-522-4700 (confidential helpline)
  Provides treatment referrals and support resources.

Germany

• Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
  Website: www.bzga.de
  German public health authority offering gambling addiction support and resources.

If You Need Help, Reach Out Today

Seeking help for problem gambling is a sign of strength, not weakness. Whether you're in Australia or elsewhere, confidential support is available right now. Please don't wait — contact one of the organisations above or speak to a trusted friend, family member, or healthcare professional.

Remember: It's never too late to get help, and recovery is possible.