Responsible Gambling

Buffalo Pokies AU is committed to promoting safe and responsible gambling practices. Gambling should be an enjoyable form of entertainment. If it stops being fun, please use the resources below.

Recognising Problem Gambling

You may have a problem with gambling if you experience any of the following:

  • Spending more money or time on gambling than you can afford
  • Finding it hard to stop or set limits on your play
  • Neglecting work, family, or social obligations due to gambling
  • Borrowing money or selling possessions to fund gambling
  • Feeling restless, irritable, or anxious when not gambling
  • Chasing losses – continuing to play to recover money lost
  • Hiding gambling activity from family and friends

Responsible Gambling Tools

All licensed Australian online casinos are required to offer the following tools:

ToolDescription
Deposit LimitsSet daily, weekly, or monthly limits on how much you can deposit
Time LimitsSet session duration alerts to track how long you have been playing
Loss LimitsCap the amount you can lose in a given period
Self-ExclusionTemporarily or permanently exclude yourself from a casino platform
Reality ChecksRegular pop-up reminders showing how long you have been playing
Cool-Off PeriodTake a short break from gambling (24 hours to 6 weeks)

National Support Resources

  • National Gambling Helpline: 1800 858 858 – free, confidential, 24 hours/7 days
  • Gambling Help Online: gamblinghelponline.org.au – online chat and support
  • GamblingHelp NSW: 1800 858 858
  • Victorian Responsible Gambling Foundation: 1800 858 858
  • Lifeline: 13 11 14 – crisis support and suicide prevention
  • Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636 – mental health support

Age Verification

Gambling is strictly for adults aged 18 and over in Australia. Buffalo Pokies AU does not knowingly market to or permit access by minors. If you believe a minor is accessing gambling content, please contact us immediately at info@buffalo-pokies.com.

Our Commitment

All casino operators featured on this site are required to hold a valid licence and offer responsible gambling tools. We regularly review our partners to ensure compliance with Australian consumer protection standards. We do not promote gambling to vulnerable individuals and include responsible gambling messaging on all pages.

For more information about responsible gambling in Australia, visit Gambling Help Online.