Responsible Gaming

Gaming Should Be Entertainment

At Begonia Farm Stay, we are committed to promoting 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 losses or use gambling as an escape from personal difficulties.

Age Verification

Gaming at Star Casino is strictly for individuals aged 18 years and over in Australia. We are committed to preventing underage gambling. If you are under 18, please do not participate in any gaming activities on Star Casino or related platforms.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Please be aware of the following warning signs that may indicate a developing gambling problem:

• Chasing losses: Continuing to gamble to recover money you've lost
• Hiding gambling activity: Concealing the extent of your gambling from family or friends
• Increasing stakes: Needing to gamble with larger amounts to achieve the same excitement
• Loss of control: Being unable to stick to predetermined limits or stop when you intend to
• Neglecting responsibilities: Gambling interfering with work, study, or family obligations
• Financial difficulties: Using money needed for essentials to gamble
• Mood changes: Becoming irritable, anxious, or withdrawn when unable to gamble
• Borrowing to gamble: Taking loans or using credit cards to fund gambling activities

If you recognise any of these signs in your own behaviour, it's important to seek help immediately.

Self-Help Tools & Limit-Setting

Most responsible gaming platforms offer tools to help you maintain control:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified time period
• Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose
• Time Limits: Set restrictions on how long you can play in a session
• Reality Checks: Enable reminders of how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
• Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gaming platforms
• Account Cooling-Off Period: Request a temporary suspension of your account

Use these tools proactively to maintain healthy gaming habits.

Support & Help Services

If you or someone you know is experiencing problems with gambling, help is available. Please contact one of the following organisations:

Australia

• Gambling Help Online
  www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
  Free and confidential counselling and information service for problem gambling in Australia.

United Kingdom

• GamCare
  www.gamcare.org.uk
  Free, confidential support for problem gambling.
• GamStop
  www.gamstop.co.uk
  National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling.

Canada

• Responsible Gambling Council
  www.responsiblegambling.org
  Information and resources for responsible gaming in Canada.

United States

• National Council on Problem Gambling
  www.ncpgambling.org
  Helpline: 1-800-522-4700
  Support and resources for problem gambling.

Germany

• Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
  Information and support for problem gambling prevention.

If You Need Help

If you believe you have a gambling problem, please reach out for help immediately. Problem gambling can have serious consequences for your finances, relationships, and mental health. Support services are confidential and free.

Remember: seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. You do not have to face this alone.