Responsible Gaming

Gaming Should Be Entertainment

At River Lavie Cafe, we believe that online gaming should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Gaming outcomes are based on chance, and the house always has a mathematical advantage. Only gamble with money you can afford to lose, and never view it as an investment or income source.

Age Verification

In Australia, online gaming is only legal for individuals aged 18 years or older. We are committed to ensuring that only eligible players access our platform. If you are under 18, please do not attempt to create an account or participate in any gaming activities on our site.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Do you recognise any of these warning signs in your gaming behaviour?

• Chasing losses by gambling more money to recover what you've lost
• Spending more time or money on gaming than intended
• Hiding your gaming activity or lying to friends and family about how much you gamble
• Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gaming
• Neglecting work, study, family, or social commitments due to gaming
• Using gaming to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
• Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gaming
• Losing control over the amount of time or money spent gaming
• Failed attempts to cut down or stop gaming
• Relying on others to bail you out of financial difficulties caused by gaming

If you recognise these signs in yourself or someone you know, help is available.

Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features

We provide a range of tools to help you maintain control of your gaming:

• 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 over a set period
• Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders during your gaming session about how long and how much you've been playing
• Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from our platform if you feel your gaming is becoming problematic
• Account Closure: Close your account at any time if you wish to stop gaming

We encourage you to use these tools proactively to maintain a healthy gaming experience.

Support Organisations & Resources

If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, confidential support is available from the following organisations:

Australia

• Gambling Help Online – Free, confidential support and self-assessment tools
  www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
  Phone: 1800 858 858 (available 24/7)

United Kingdom

• GamCare – Free support for problem gamblers and their families
  www.gamcare.org.uk
• GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
  www.gamstop.co.uk

Canada

• Responsible Gambling Council – Prevention, treatment, and research
  www.responsiblegambling.org

United States

• National Council on Problem Gambling – Helpline and support resources
  www.ncpgambling.org
  Phone: 1-800-522-4700

Germany

• Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) – Public health information and support
  www.bzga.de

If You Need Help

If you think you may have a gambling problem, please reach out for support today. Problem gambling is treatable, and help is confidential and free. Speaking to someone is the first step towards recovery.

You are not alone. Thousands of people seek help every year, and support services are available to assist you.