Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At Davos Party Hire, we promote responsible gaming practices. Gambling should only ever be viewed as a form of entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Only gamble with money you can afford to lose, and never chase your losses.
Age Verification
You must be 18 years of age or older to participate in gambling activities in Australia. It is illegal for minors to gamble. If you are under the legal gambling age, please do not participate in any gaming activities.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you experience any of the following, you may be developing a gambling problem:
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding gambling activity or lying about the amount you gamble
- Neglecting work, family, or other responsibilities due to gambling
- Using gambling to escape stress, anxiety, or other problems
- Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
- Experiencing mood swings or irritability related to gambling
- Feeling anxious or restless when not gambling
- Failed attempts to reduce or control gambling
- Damage to relationships or finances caused by gambling
Self-Help Tools & Player Protections
Most reputable gaming venues offer tools to help you gamble responsibly:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe
- Loss Limits: Set a cap on how much you're willing to lose
- Reality Checks: Receive notifications during gaming sessions to remind you how long you've been playing
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gaming venues and online platforms
- Time-Out: Take a break from gambling for a set period
- Account Statements: Review detailed records of your gambling activity
Talk to staff at your venue about these tools or check your gaming provider's website for more information.
Get Help – Support Organizations
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, free and confidential support is available:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online – Free counseling and support
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au - Gamblers Anonymous – Peer support meetings
Phone: 1300 366 701
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Confidential support and counseling
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
Helpline: 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537)
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
Germany
- Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
Website: www.bzga.de
Take Action Today
If you think you have a problem with gambling, please seek help immediately. Problem gambling can have serious consequences for your finances, relationships, and mental health. The support organizations listed above offer free, confidential assistance and can provide strategies to help you regain control.
Remember: It's never too late to ask for help. Reaching out is a sign of strength, not weakness.