Help & Resources
A comprehensive guide to gambling support services available across Australia. All services listed here are free and confidential.
National Services
These services are available to anyone in Australia, regardless of where you live.
Gambling Help Online (opens in new tab)
Australia's national gambling helpline offering free, confidential support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Provides phone counselling, online chat, and email support.
BetStop -- National Self-Exclusion Register (opens in new tab)
The Australian Government's national self-exclusion register. Voluntarily exclude yourself from all licensed Australian online wagering services with a single registration.
Lifeline Australia (opens in new tab)
Crisis support and suicide prevention services available 24/7. If gambling is causing you emotional distress or you are experiencing suicidal thoughts, Lifeline is here to help.
Beyond Blue (opens in new tab)
Support for anxiety, depression, and related mental health issues. Problem gambling often co-occurs with mental health challenges, and Beyond Blue offers resources for both.
Financial Counselling Australia (opens in new tab)
Free, independent, and confidential financial counselling. If gambling has caused financial difficulties, a financial counsellor can help you understand your options.
State & Territory Services
Each state and territory has local services that can provide face-to-face counselling and region-specific support.
Self-Exclusion Options
Self-exclusion is a voluntary process where you can ban yourself from gambling venues or online platforms. It is a practical tool that many people find helpful during recovery.
BetStop (National)
BetStop is the Australian Government's national self-exclusion register for online wagering. By registering with BetStop, you can exclude yourself from all licensed Australian online wagering services in one step. You can choose an exclusion period of 3 months, 6 months, 12 months, or a lifetime.
Venue Self-Exclusion
Most states and territories also offer self-exclusion programs for physical gambling venues such as clubs, pubs, and casinos. Contact your state's gambling help service for details on how to self-exclude from local venues.