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Free, confidential Gambler's Help services, including in other languages, call
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when it suits you.

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95% of people felt better emotionally or psychologically after speaking to
Gambler’s Help.*


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HELP YOURSELF

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SUPPORT SOMEONE

Information for those who are affected by someone else’s gambling


CHECK IF YOUR GAMBLING IS OK

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FAMILIES AND FRIENDS

If someone close to you is experiencing harm from gambling, we can help you.


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UNDER 25S

Going through a tough time? Youthline is confidential and open 24/7 – call 1800
262 376.


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FIRST NATIONS GAMBLING AWARENESS PROGRAM

Harm from gambling is common in both the wider community and the Aboriginal
community.


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HELP IN LANGUAGES OTHER THAN ENGLISH

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WANT TO QUIT OR CUT BACK ON GAMBLING?

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REAL STORIES

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FRANCO

01/10/22

When I realised that gambling was part of my everyday life, I realised I had a
problem. If I won, I wanted more. If I was losing, I would chase my losses.

Read Franco's story


IAN BRETT

14/07/22

Before he was 10 years old, Ian was earning money then finding adults willing to
place bets for him. He went from casinos to rehabilitation units in a downwards
spiral until he approached Gambler’s Help ready and eager to change.

Read Ian Brett's story


STEVE

05/05/22

While Steve’s friends could bet a little then walk away, he spent years maxxing
out his credit cards and feeling ashamed of his hidden gambling habit. Now his
self-awareness and determination to live openly and honestly keep him on track.

Read Steve's story


JAN

24/02/22

Jan dreamed of a happily-ever-after marriage but instead found herself mopping
up after the crises created by her husband’s gambling.

Read Jan's story

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*Based on 2019–20 Gambler's Help Objective Outcomes data where 95% of clients
who set an objective of ‘Emotional and/or Psychological’ felt they had ‘met’ or
‘partially met’ their objective at case closure.

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Last updated: 24 October 2022
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