Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
At mhairspa.com, we believe that gambling should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only. Betting should never be viewed as a way to earn money, pay bills, or solve financial problems. The house always has a mathematical edge, and you should only gamble with money you can afford to lose.
Please gamble responsibly and within your means. If you find yourself struggling to control your gambling, help is available.
Age Verification
Gambling is only legal for persons aged 18 years or older in Australia. We strictly adhere to age verification requirements and do not permit access to betting services for anyone under the legal gambling age.
If you are under 18, please do not use our affiliated betting sites. Parents and guardians are encouraged to discuss gambling risks with young people.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Do you recognise any of these warning signs in your own behaviour? If so, it may be time to seek help:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to try to recover money lost
- Hiding your gambling activity from family, friends, or partners
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when trying to reduce or stop gambling
- Gambling to escape problems, stress, anxiety, or depression
- Lying about the extent of your gambling
- Borrowing money or using savings to fund gambling
- Neglecting work, study, family, or social responsibilities due to gambling
- Experiencing relationship conflict because of your gambling
- Losing control over gambling decisions
If you recognise several of these signs, problem gambling support is available and seeking help is a sign of strength.
Self-Help Tools & Safer Gambling Features
Most reputable betting sites offer tools to help you gamble responsibly. Consider using these features:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to deposit in a given period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a cap on how much you're prepared to lose
- Time Limits: Set session time limits to prevent extended gambling periods
- Reality Checks: Enable pop-up reminders during play to check how long you've been gambling
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from betting sites if you need a break
- Account Closure: Permanently close your account if needed
Speak with the betting site's customer support team to activate these tools on your account.
Support Organisations
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, confidential support is available from these organisations:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online – www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Free, confidential support and counselling for Australian gambling problems. Available 24/7.
United Kingdom
- GamCare – www.gamcare.org.uk
Free, confidential support, advice, and counselling for problem gamblers and their families. - GamStop – www.gamstop.co.uk
National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling in Great Britain.
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council – www.responsiblegambling.org
Evidence-based resources and support for problem gambling across Canada.
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling – www.ncpgambling.org
Confidential helpline: 1-800-522-4700 (available 24/7)
Germany
- Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) – Gambling Addiction Support
Helpline: 0800-040-80-40 (toll-free, available daily)
If You Have a Problem, Seek Help Today
There is no shame in asking for help. Problem gambling is a recognised condition, and support services are available to assist you in regaining control.
If gambling is causing you distress, affecting your finances, or harming your relationships, please reach out to one of the support organisations listed above.
Remember: You are not alone, and recovery is possible. Contact Gambling Help Online at www.gamblinghelponline.org.au or call for confidential support.