Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment
At BurLives, we believe online casino gaming should be an enjoyable form of entertainment, not a way to earn money or solve financial problems. While we provide access to online casinos, we are committed to promoting responsible gambling practices across Australia.
Please gamble only with money you can afford to lose, and always set strict limits on your time and spending.
Age Verification
All online casino operators in Australia require players to be at least 18 years of age to participate in gambling activities. It is illegal for persons under 18 to gamble online in Australia.
By accessing any online casino through BurLives, you confirm that you are of legal age and meet all local regulatory requirements for your jurisdiction.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognize any of these warning signs in yourself or someone you know, help is available:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding gambling activities or lying about time and money spent
- Gambling with money needed for essential expenses (rent, food, bills)
- Neglecting work, study, family, or social responsibilities due to gambling
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when trying to reduce gambling
- Experiencing failed attempts to cut back or quit gambling
- Borrowing money or accumulating debt to fund gambling
- Using gambling as a way to escape problems or manage negative emotions
- Gambling for increasing amounts of money to achieve the same excitement
Self-Help Tools & Safer Gambling Features
Most reputable online casinos offer built-in tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Cap the amount of money you are willing to lose during a gaming session
- Time Limits: Set automatic session timers to remind you when you've been playing for extended periods
- Reality Checks: Enable pop-up reminders at regular intervals during play
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gambling for a set period
- Account Cooling Off: Request a break from your account for a specified duration
We encourage you to use these tools proactively as part of your responsible gambling strategy.
Support Organizations & Help Resources
If you are struggling with problem gambling, support is available. The following organizations offer confidential help and counseling:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online – Free, confidential counseling and support for all Australians
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 (free, 24/7)
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Counseling and support for problem gambling
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council – Prevention, education, and treatment resources
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling – Information and referrals for problem gambling
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700 (confidential, 24/7)
Germany
- Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) – German public health authority providing gambling prevention information
Website: www.bzga.de
Telephone Counseling: 0800 1 372 374 (free)
If You Need Help
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, please reach out for help immediately. Seeking support is a sign of strength, not weakness.
Contact Gambling Help Online at 1800 858 858 (Australia) or visit the organizations listed above for confidential, free assistance.
Remember: Help is available, and recovery is possible.