Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At richard casino, we believe that gambling should be an enjoyable form of entertainment, not a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Casino games are based on chance, and the odds always favour the house in the long term. Please gamble only with money you can afford to lose, and always play responsibly.
Age Verification
Online gambling in Australia is strictly regulated. You must be 18 years of age or older to participate in gambling activities on our site. By accessing richard casino, you confirm that you meet the minimum legal age requirement in your jurisdiction.
If you are under the legal gambling age, please do not proceed. We take age verification seriously and may conduct checks to ensure compliance with Australian gambling laws.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can develop gradually. Please be honest with yourself and watch for these warning signs:
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding gambling activities or lying to family and friends
- Feeling anxious or irritable when not gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems or negative emotions
- Borrowing money to fund gambling activities
- Neglecting work, study, or personal relationships due to gambling
- Experiencing financial difficulties or debt related to gambling
- Failed attempts to cut down or stop gambling
- Gambling with increasing amounts to achieve the same excitement
If you recognise any of these signs in yourself or someone you know, help is available.
Self-Help Tools & Safer Gambling Features
richard casino provides several tools to help you maintain control over your gambling:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose in a given period
- Session Time Limits: Automatically log you out after a set period of play
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders about how long you have been playing and how much you have spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from your account
- Account Closure: Permanently close your account if you wish to stop gambling entirely
To access these tools, please contact our customer support team or visit your account settings.
Support Organisations & Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, professional help is available. The following organisations provide free, confidential support:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online — Free online counselling and support
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au - Gamblers Anonymous Australia — Peer support meetings and resources
www.gamblersanonymous.org.au - Lifeline Australia — Crisis support (24/7)
Phone: 13 11 14 (calls cost a local call from a fixed line)
www.lifeline.org.au
International Resources
- GamCare (United Kingdom)
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop (United Kingdom) — National self-exclusion scheme
www.gamstop.co.uk - Responsible Gambling Council (Canada)
www.responsiblegambling.org - National Council on Problem Gambling (United States)
www.ncpgambling.org
Take Action Today
If gambling is causing you harm, please seek help immediately. There is no shame in reaching out—problem gambling is a recognised issue that affects many people, and support is available.
Whether you need to set limits, take a break, or talk to someone, the resources and tools above are here to assist you. Your wellbeing is important to us.
Remember: Gambling should be fun. If it stops being fun, it's time to get help.