Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At 222 Port Place, we believe that online pokies and casino gaming should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only. Gambling should never be viewed as a way to earn money, pay bills, or solve financial problems. Please gamble responsibly and within your means.
If you find yourself gambling more than intended or experiencing difficulty controlling your gambling, help is available.
Age Verification
By accessing 222 Port Place, you confirm that you are:
- At least 18 years of age (or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction)
- Not prohibited by law from gambling in your jurisdiction
- Not self-excluded from any gambling service
Gambling is illegal for minors. If you are under 18, please do not use this service.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following warning signs in yourself or someone you know, seek help immediately:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Gambling with money you cannot afford to lose
- Hiding gambling activities or lying about the amount of time or money spent gambling
- Neglecting family, friends, work, or education due to gambling
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
- Gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
- Borrowing money or going into debt to gamble
- Failed attempts to cut down or stop gambling
- Experiencing mood swings or becoming defensive about gambling
- Developing a tolerance, requiring larger bets to achieve the same excitement
Self-Help Tools & Features
Most reputable gambling providers offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified time period
- Loss Limits: Cap the amount of money you can lose during a gaming session
- Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders of how long you have been playing and how much you've wagered
- Session Time Limits: Automatically end your gaming session after a set time
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gambling platforms
- Account Closure: Close your account if you wish to stop gambling entirely
Please contact our customer support team to activate any of these tools on your account.
Support Organisations & Resources
If you need help, confidential support is available from the following organisations:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online — Free, confidential support for problem gambling
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 (24/7, free call) - Lifeline Australia — Crisis support and counselling
www.lifeline.org.au
Phone: 13 11 14 (24/7)
United Kingdom
- GamCare — Free gambling support and advice
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop — National self-exclusion scheme
www.gamstop.co.uk
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council — Evidence-based resources and support
www.responsiblegambling.org
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling — Helpline and treatment referrals
www.ncpgambling.org
Phone: 1-800-522-4700 (24/7)
Germany
- Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) — Federal Centre for Health Education
www.bzga.de
If You Need Help, Please Reach Out
Problem gambling is a serious issue, but support and recovery are possible. If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling:
- Contact one of the support organisations listed above
- Speak to a trusted friend, family member, or healthcare professional
- Use self-exclusion tools to take a break from gambling
- Seek professional counselling or treatment
You are not alone, and help is available.
This information is provided for general guidance only. 222 Port Place is committed to responsible gaming practices and compliance with Australian gambling regulations. For the most current information about problem gambling resources and support, please visit the official websites listed above.