Responsible Gaming

Gambling should be an enjoyable form of entertainment, not a way to make money or deal with personal difficulties. Kaboom Casino encourages players in Australia to make informed choices, set reasonable boundaries and ask for support whenever gambling no longer feels manageable.

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Keep gambling in perspective

Gambling involves chance, and every outcome is uncertain. Previous results do not change the odds of a future game, and there is no reliable strategy that can guarantee a win. A loss cannot be recovered by placing another bet, and a winning run does not mean that future results will continue in the same way. Treat any money used for gambling as an entertainment expense that may be lost.

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Before you play, decide how much time and money you are comfortable spending. Consider your normal financial commitments first, including rent or mortgage payments, bills, food, transport, savings and other essential costs. Only use money that is genuinely available after those commitments have been met. Never use borrowed money, money needed for household expenses or funds set aside for an important purpose.

Set a personal spending limit before you begin and avoid changing it during a session.
Set a time limit and take regular breaks away from the screen.
Do not chase losses or increase bets to try to recover money quickly.
Avoid gambling when you are upset, stressed, tired, angry or affected by alcohol or other substances.
Keep gambling separate from work, study, family time and other important responsibilities.
Remember that a game is not a source of income and should not be treated as a financial plan.
Make sure you meet the legal age requirements that apply where you live before using an online gambling service.

If gambling stops feeling like a choice, or if you feel pressure to continue despite wanting to stop, take a break and consider using the available support options. Acting early can make it easier to regain control.

Recognise signs that gambling may be becoming a problem

Problem gambling can affect people in different ways. It may begin gradually, and a person may not notice the effect until gambling has started to interfere with money, relationships, work, study, sleep or emotional wellbeing. You do not need to wait for a serious crisis before seeking help.

Possible warning signs

Spending more time or money gambling than you intended.
Feeling restless, irritable or anxious when you try to cut back or stop.
Thinking about gambling frequently or planning your day around it.
Chasing losses by continuing to gamble or placing larger bets.
Hiding gambling activity, losses or account information from family and friends.
Borrowing money, selling possessions or using credit to gamble.
Missing bills, delaying payments or experiencing financial stress because of gambling.
Neglecting work, study, relationships, health or other responsibilities.
Gambling to escape sadness, stress, loneliness, boredom or other difficult feelings.
Feeling guilt, shame or regret after gambling but continuing to play.
Trying unsuccessfully to reduce or stop gambling.
Considering unsafe, unlawful or dishonest actions to obtain money for gambling.

These signs do not provide a diagnosis, but they can be a useful reason to pause and review your behaviour. You can also be concerned about someone else’s gambling. A calm conversation, practical support and professional advice may help. Avoid lending money for gambling or covering up gambling-related problems.

Use safer gambling tools and personal limits

Safer gambling tools are designed to help you stay within the limits you choose. Depending on the features available to your account and the rules that apply to the service, these may include spending limits, deposit controls, session reminders, activity statements, temporary breaks or account closure. Read the information shown in your account carefully so you understand how each tool works before using it.

Planning a limit

A useful limit should be realistic, affordable and set before gambling begins. Consider a daily, weekly or monthly amount, as well as the maximum time you want to spend. Keep a record of deposits and withdrawals so you can view your overall activity rather than focusing only on individual wins or losses. A limit should not be treated as a target to spend.

Review your personal budget and identify money that must be reserved for essential expenses.
Choose an amount and time period that will not affect your financial commitments.
Set the relevant account controls before starting to play.
Check your activity regularly and look for changes in frequency, spending or session length.
If you reach a limit, stop gambling rather than finding another way to continue.
If a limit no longer feels sufficient, take a break and seek support instead of simply increasing it.

If you want to stop gambling, use any available account closure or self-exclusion process. A temporary break can create space to reconsider your habits, while a longer exclusion may be more suitable when gambling has become difficult to control. Do not open another account or use another person’s account to get around a restriction. Account access and identity checks may apply, and accounts must only be used by the person to whom they belong.

You can also make gambling less convenient by removing saved payment details where possible, reducing access to gambling apps or websites, using device controls and asking a trusted person to help you manage finances. These steps work best alongside honest reflection and appropriate support.

Getting help and protecting your wellbeing

Support is available for people who are worried about their own gambling or someone else’s gambling. In Australia, you can look for confidential gambling support through services available in your state or territory, speak with a qualified health professional or contact a relevant counselling organisation. You may also wish to speak with a trusted family member, friend, financial counsellor or community support worker.

When asking for help, explain what has been happening, how often you gamble, whether money has been affected and what you would like to change. You do not need to have all the answers. A support professional can help you consider practical steps, understand your options and make a plan that suits your circumstances. Support may also be available for affected family members and friends.

If you feel overwhelmed

Gambling-related stress can affect mood, sleep, relationships and decision-making. If you feel unsafe, are thinking about harming yourself or someone else, or cannot cope with an immediate situation, seek urgent assistance through the emergency or crisis services available where you are. Do not remain alone with an immediate safety concern.

Pause gambling and move away from the device or game.
Tell a trusted person what is happening and ask them to stay with you or check in.
Secure access to money and avoid making further gambling or financial decisions while distressed.
Contact a qualified support service, health professional or financial counsellor.
Use the account limits, break or exclusion options available to you.
Review your progress regularly and seek further help if the first step does not resolve the problem.

Kaboom Casino provides general responsible gaming information, but this page is not medical, financial or legal advice. Gambling rules, support services and account features may vary according to your location and circumstances. Check the information provided for your account and the requirements that apply in your state or territory. If you have concerns, choose support and take a break before gambling again.