Responsible Gaming

Gaming Should Be Entertainment

At Band Together Music Festival, we believe that online gaming should be an enjoyable form of entertainment, not a way to earn money or solve financial problems. If you find yourself gambling to make money, chase losses, or escape problems, it's important to seek help immediately.

Please gamble responsibly and within your means.

Age Verification

Online gaming is strictly limited to players aged 18 years and over in Australia. If you are under the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction, you must not participate in any gambling activities on this site.

We take age verification seriously and reserve the right to request proof of age at any time.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

If you recognize any of the following warning signs in yourself or someone you know, help is available:

• Chasing losses: Trying to recover losses by gambling more
• Hiding gambling: Keeping your gambling secret from family or friends
• Loss of control: Unable to stop or reduce gambling despite wanting to
• Preoccupation: Constantly thinking about gambling or planning the next session
• Escalation: Needing to gamble with larger amounts to achieve the same excitement
• Neglecting responsibilities: Missing work, school, or family commitments
• Financial problems: Gambling with money needed for essentials or borrowing to gamble
• Mood changes: Gambling to escape negative emotions or stress
• Failed attempts to quit: Repeatedly trying and failing to reduce or stop gambling
• Relationship strain: Conflicts with loved ones about your gambling

Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features

Most online gaming platforms offer tools to help you maintain control:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit per day, week, or month
• Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose in a session
• Betting Limits: Control the maximum bet size per game
• Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders of how long you've been playing
• Session Time Limits: Set automatic logout times
• Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gambling sites

We encourage you to use these tools to maintain healthy gaming habits. Check your account settings for available responsible gaming options.

Support & Help Resources

If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, free and confidential support is available:

Australia

• Gambling Help Online – Free counselling and support
  www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
  Phone: 1800 858 858
• Gamblers Anonymous Australia – Peer support groups
  www.gamblersanonymous.org.au

United Kingdom

• GamCare – Free support and counselling
  www.gamcare.org.uk
• GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme
  www.gamstop.co.uk

Canada

• Responsible Gambling Council
  www.responsiblegambling.org

United States

• National Council on Problem Gambling
  www.ncpgambling.org
  Helpline: 1-800-522-4700

Germany

• Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
  www.bzga.de
  Helpline: 0800 1 372 374

If You Need Help

Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. If you're concerned about your gambling or that of someone close to you, please reach out to one of the support organizations above today. They provide confidential, non-judgmental assistance to help you regain control.

Remember: You are not alone, and recovery is possible.