Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At Bench Espresso, we believe that online pokies and casino gaming should only ever be viewed as a form of entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. While gaming can be enjoyable, it's important to understand that the odds always favour the house. Please gamble responsibly and only with money you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
In Australia, you must be 18 years of age or older to access and use online gaming services. It is illegal for anyone under 18 to gamble. If you are under 18, please do not proceed. If you suspect someone underage is using this site, please contact us immediately.
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 to recover money you've lost
- Hiding your gambling activities from family, friends, or partners
- Gambling with money needed for essentials like rent, food, or bills
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
- Repeatedly trying to cut back or stop gambling without success
- Using gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
- Borrowing money to gamble or pay gambling debts
- Lying to others about the extent of your gambling
- Neglecting work, school, family, or social relationships
Self-Help Tools & Limits
Most reputable online gaming platforms offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Cap the maximum amount you're willing to lose in a session
- Reality Checks: Enable pop-up reminders during play sessions to check how long you've been gaming
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing online gaming sites
- Time-Out Periods: Take a break from gambling for a set period
Use these tools proactively to manage your gaming habits and stay in control.
Support Organizations
If you're struggling with problem gambling, free and confidential support is available in Australia and internationally:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online – Free counselling and support for problem gambling
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 (free call)
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Free support and advice
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme
www.gamstop.co.uk
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council – Resources and support
www.responsiblegambling.org
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling – Helpline and resources
www.ncpgambling.org
National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700
Germany
- Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung – Federal Centre for Health Education
Information on problem gambling and support services
If You Need Help
If you believe you have a problem with gambling, please reach out for help immediately. There is no shame in seeking support, and assistance is available 24/7. Contact one of the organisations listed above or speak to a trusted friend, family member, or healthcare professional. Your wellbeing is important.
Our Commitment
Bench Espresso is committed to promoting responsible gaming. We encourage all players to set limits, play within their means, and seek help if gambling becomes a problem. For more information about responsible gaming practices, please visit the support organisations listed above.