Gambling Help Online
The national service. Free, confidential, 24/7, for you or for someone you are worried about. Call 1800 858 858 or start a live chat. Calls are free and are not listed on the phone bill. gamblinghelponline.org.au
Help resources
These organisations help people in Australia when gambling has become a problem. Phone and chat details are also on the responsible gambling page.
BetStop
The National Self-Exclusion Register. Free self-exclusion from licensed Australian online and phone wagering, for 3 months up to a lifetime. It does not cover online casino games, pokies, or gambling in a venue, and it does not replace the helpline. betstop.gov.au
Gamblers Anonymous
Peer meetings for people who want to stop gambling. Find a local or online meeting. gamblersanonymous.org
Gam-Anon
Support for families and friends affected by someone else's gambling. gam-anon.org
Lifeline
If you are in crisis or thinking about suicide in Australia, call 13 11 14. In immediate danger, call 000. lifeline.org.au
For family and friends
Gambling Help Online will talk to you even if you are not the person gambling. Call 1800 858 858. Gam-Anon is peer support for people close to someone with a gambling problem. You do not have to wait until they ask.