Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At Lizzie Hosking, we believe online gaming should be enjoyed as entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. While Star Casino online offers exciting gaming experiences, it's important to approach gambling responsibly and within your means.
Set a budget you can afford to lose, play for fun, and never gamble with money needed for essentials like rent, bills, or food.
Age Verification
Online gaming is strictly for adults only. In Australia, you must be 18 years of age or older to participate in gambling activities. It is your responsibility to ensure you meet the legal age requirement in your jurisdiction before playing.
If you are under 18, please do not access Star Casino online or any other gambling platforms.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can develop gradually. Be aware of these warning signs:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Gambling with increasing amounts of money to achieve the same excitement
- Hiding your gambling activity from family or friends
- Neglecting work, study, or family responsibilities due to gambling
- Gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
- Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
- Feeling anxious or irritable when not gambling
- Failed attempts to cut back or stop gambling
- Lying about the amount of time or money spent gambling
- Prioritising gambling over other hobbies or social activities
If you recognise any of these signs in yourself or someone you know, help is available.
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Most reputable online casinos, including Star Casino online, offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose during a session or time period
- Session Reminders: Receive notifications reminding you how long you've been playing
- Reality Checks: Pop-up messages that show your balance and time spent gaming
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently close your account to prevent access
- Time-Out Periods: Take breaks from gambling for a set duration
Use these tools proactively. They're designed to help you play responsibly and stay in control.
Support Organisations & Help Resources
If you or someone you care about needs help with problem gambling, support is available:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online — Free, confidential counselling and resources
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
1800 858 858 (free call)
United Kingdom
- GamCare — Free, confidential support and counselling
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
1-800-522-4700 (confidential helpline)
Germany
- Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) — Federal health education centre
www.bzga.de
All support services listed above offer confidential help at no cost. Reaching out is a sign of strength, not weakness.
If You Need Help
Don't struggle alone. If you believe you or someone you know has a problem with gambling, please reach out to one of the support organisations listed above. They provide:
- Free, confidential counselling and advice
- Treatment options and referrals
- Support for family members affected by problem gambling
- Information about self-exclusion and control tools
Gambling should enhance your entertainment, not harm your wellbeing or finances. Help is always available—take the first step today.