Last updated: June 2026 — Lachlan Drummond, Notbloodynecessary
At Notbloodynecessary, we believe that gambling should always be an enjoyable form of entertainment — never a source of stress, financial hardship, or harm. Our founder, Lachlan Drummond, built this site with one non-negotiable principle: player welfare comes before everything else. We review casinos honestly and recommend only operators that take responsible gambling seriously. This page exists because we genuinely care about every Australian player who visits notbloodynecessary.com.
The vast majority of people who gamble do so safely and responsibly. However, for some players, gambling can become problematic. Recognising the early warning signs is the single most powerful step you can take to protect yourself or someone you care about.
If any of these signs feel familiar, please know that you are not alone and that help is available right now.
Take a moment to honestly answer the following questions. If you answer yes to two or more, we strongly encourage you to reach out to one of the support organisations listed below.
All reputable online casinos operating in Australia offer built-in responsible gambling tools. We only recommend operators that make these tools easy to find and use. Here is what you should look for and use proactively.
Set a daily, weekly, or monthly deposit cap directly in your casino account settings. This hard limit prevents you from depositing more than the amount you have decided you can afford. Reducing a limit takes effect immediately; increasing one typically requires a mandatory waiting period for your protection.
Enable on-screen reminders that appear at regular intervals during a gaming session. These prompts display how long you have been playing and how much you have spent, helping you make informed decisions about whether to continue or stop.
A cooling-off period lets you temporarily pause your account for a set time — typically 24 hours, one week, or one month. During this period you cannot log in or place bets, giving you space to reflect without permanently closing your account.
Self-exclusion is a formal agreement between you and a casino that prevents you from accessing your account for an extended period, commonly between six months and five years. In Australia, the national BetStop self-exclusion register (betstop.gov.au) allows you to exclude yourself from all licensed Australian wagering services with a single registration. We strongly encourage any player who feels they are losing control to use BetStop immediately.
Gambling is strictly for adults aged 18 and over. Every casino listed on notbloodynecessary.com is required to verify player age before allowing any real-money activity. If you are a parent or guardian, we recommend using parental control software to prevent underage access to gambling websites. If you believe a minor has accessed a gambling site, contact the operator immediately.
Gambling can be exciting and entertaining when it stays within healthy boundaries. If you ever feel that it is no longer fun, please stop playing and reach out for help. There is absolutely no shame in doing so. The organisations and helplines listed on this page exist for exactly this reason, and they are staffed by people who understand what you are going through. You deserve to feel in control — and help is only a phone call or a click away.