Responsible Gaming
Our Commitment to Responsible Gaming
At menchinproperty.com, we are committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Gambling should only ever be viewed as entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. PayID pokies and all forms of gambling carry risk, and it is important that you gamble within your means and maintain control.
If you are under the legal gambling age or believe you may have a problem with gambling, please seek help immediately using the resources listed below.
Age Verification
You must be 18 years of age or older to gamble in Australia. If you are under the legal age, please do not access gambling services. We take age verification seriously and reserve the right to verify your identity at any time.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Please be honest with yourself. If you recognize any of the following warning signs, you may be developing a gambling problem:
- You spend more time or money gambling than you intended
- You feel the need to gamble with increasing amounts of money to achieve the same excitement
- You have tried to cut back or stop gambling but were unable to do so
- You feel anxious or irritable when trying to reduce gambling
- You gamble to escape problems or negative feelings
- You chase losses by gambling more to try to win back money
- You hide your gambling from family, friends, or professionals
- You have jeopardized or lost a relationship, job, or educational opportunity due to gambling
- You ask others for money to gamble or cover gambling debts
- You experience mood swings related to gambling wins and losses
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Many gambling operators offer self-help tools to keep your gaming in control. Consider using these features:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific time period
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose
- Reality Checks: Receive notifications at regular intervals reminding you how long you've been gambling
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gambling services
- Time Limits: Set session time limits to control how long you gamble
- Cooling-Off Periods: Take a break from gambling for a set period
We encourage you to use these tools proactively as part of your responsible gaming approach.
Support Organizations & Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. The following organizations provide free, confidential support:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online — Free counselling and support services
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 (24/7, free call)
United Kingdom
- GamCare — Free counselling and support
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop — National self-exclusion scheme
www.gamstop.co.uk
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council — Resources and support
www.responsiblegambling.org
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling — Help and referrals
www.ncpgambling.org
National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700 (24/7)
Germany
- Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) — Federal Centre for Health Education
Resources and counselling for problem gambling
Call to Action
If you believe you have a problem with gambling, please reach out for help today. There is no shame in seeking support. The organizations listed above are confidential, free, and staffed by professionals who understand problem gambling.
Remember: Gambling should be fun and entertaining. If it has stopped being fun, it's time to seek help.