Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment
At Johnny Bird, we believe gambling should only ever be viewed as a form of entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Betting sites offer games of chance where the odds always favour the house. Only gamble with money you can afford to lose, and never chase losses by betting more than you planned.
Age Verification
In Australia, you must be at least 18 years of age to gamble legally. If you are under 18, you are not permitted to use betting sites or participate in any form of gambling. Johnny Bird is committed to preventing underage gambling and complies with all Australian regulations regarding age verification.
If you are under 18, please do not use this website.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can develop gradually. If you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, seek help immediately:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Gambling with larger amounts than originally planned
- Spending increasing amounts of time gambling
- Hiding gambling activities from family, friends, or partners
- Neglecting work, study, family, or social responsibilities due to gambling
- Gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
- Borrowing money to fund gambling activities
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when unable to gamble
- Lying about gambling habits or the amount of money spent
- Experiencing financial difficulties as a result of gambling
Self-Help Tools Available
Most reputable betting sites, including those we affiliate with, offer a range of tools to help you gamble responsibly:
- 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 are willing to lose before stopping play
- Reality Checks: Receive regular notifications reminding you how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from a betting site if you feel you are losing control
- Account Restrictions: Lower your maximum bet size or disable certain gambling features
- Cooling-Off Periods: Request a mandatory break from your account to reassess your gambling habits
We encourage you to use these tools before problems develop.
Support Organizations & Help Services
If you are struggling with problem gambling, confidential help is available. The following organisations provide free, professional support:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online — Free counselling and support for problem gambling
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 (24/7 confidential helpline) - Lifeline Australia — Crisis support and counselling
Phone: 13 11 14 (24/7) - Beyond Blue — Support for mental health and wellbeing
Phone: 1300 224 636 (24/7)
International Support
- 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
Phone: 1-800-522-4700 - Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (Germany)
www.bzga.de
If You Need Help
Problem gambling is treatable, and help is available. If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, please reach out to one of the support organisations listed above. There is no shame in seeking help — these services are confidential, free, and designed to support you.
Do not attempt to solve gambling problems alone. Contact Gambling Help Online or call 1800 858 858 today.
Johnny Bird is committed to promoting responsible gambling in Australia and complies with all applicable local regulations and industry standards.