At BoomersStake, we want gambling to stay fun. Here are the tools and habits we recommend to every player in our community.
Set a Weekly Budget — and Stick to It
Decide on a weekly gambling budget before you deposit anything. Treat it like entertainment spending — once it's gone, it's gone for the week. All our partner platforms allow you to set deposit limits in your account settings.
Use Deposit Limits
Every platform in our network has deposit limit settings. Set a daily, weekly, or monthly cap and the platform enforces it automatically — even if you want to override it in the moment, there's a 24-hour cooling period.
Take Advantage of Rebates — Play Longer, Risk Less
Rebate bonuses like the 0.9% at RTPPokies and 0.8% at RTPMeth give you more playtime for the same money. Higher rebate = lower effective risk on your turnover.
Self-Exclusion Options
If you feel gambling is getting out of control, every platform offers a self-exclusion feature. You can also contact the National Gambling Helpline: 1800 858 858 (free, 24/7).
Signs to Watch For
- Chasing losses — trying to win back money you've lost
- Gambling with money you can't afford to lose
- Hiding gambling from family or friends
- Gambling to escape problems or stress
If any of these apply, please reach out for support. Gambling should always be entertainment, not a solution.
Resources
- Gambling Help Online: gamblinghelponline.org.au
- Lifeline: 13 11 14
- National Gambling Helpline: 1800 858 858