Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At Tede & Co, we believe that online pokies should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Playing should be fun, social, and within your means. If you find yourself gambling to make money or recover losses, it's time to take action and seek support.
Age Verification
Online pokies are only available to individuals aged 18 years or older in Australia. We take age verification seriously and reserve the right to request proof of age at any time. By using our website, you confirm that you are of legal age to gamble in your jurisdiction.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Do any of these apply to you? If so, please seek help immediately:
- Chasing losses: Gambling more to try to recover money you've lost
- Hiding gambling: Keeping your gambling activities secret from family or friends
- Inability to stop: Finding it difficult to cut back or quit despite wanting to
- Neglecting responsibilities: Missing work, school, or family commitments due to gambling
- Financial strain: Using money meant for bills, rent, or essentials to gamble
- Mood changes: Feeling anxious, irritable, or depressed when not gambling
- Increasing stakes: Needing to bet more money to get the same excitement
- Lying about gambling: Being dishonest with others about how much time or money you spend gambling
- Failed attempts to control: Repeatedly trying and failing to reduce gambling
- Using gambling to escape: Gambling to cope with stress, anxiety, or other problems
Self-Help Tools
Most online casinos and pokie venues offer tools to help you maintain control. These include:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose before you stop playing
- Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders during play sessions to help you stay aware of time and money spent
- Session Time Limits: Set automatic session duration limits to prevent extended play
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gambling platforms
- Account Closure: Request permanent closure of your gaming account
We encourage you to use these tools proactively as part of your responsible gaming strategy.
Get Help — Support Organizations
If you're struggling with gambling, professional help is available. Australia-based and international support services include:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Free, confidential counselling and support for problem gambling. Available 24/7. - Gamblers Anonymous Australia
Support meetings and peer assistance across Australia
United Kingdom
- GamCare
www.gamcare.org.uk
Free support for gambling-related problems - GamStop
www.gamstop.co.uk
National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council
www.responsiblegambling.org
Resources and support for problem gambling
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling
www.ncpgambling.org
1-800-522-4700 (National Problem Gambling Helpline)
Free, confidential support available 24/7
Germany
- Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
Information and support for problem gambling in German-speaking regions
If You Need Help, Reach Out Today
Problem gambling can affect anyone, regardless of age, income, or background. Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Whether you're concerned about your own gambling or that of a loved one, support is available:
- Call a helpline — speak to a trained counsellor confidentially
- Visit a support website — access resources and information online
- Attend support meetings — connect with others who understand your situation
- Use self-exclusion tools — take immediate control of your gambling
Don't wait. Help is available now. Contact Gambling Help Online on 1800 858 858 (toll-free in Australia) or visit their website anytime.