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Gamble responsibly

If you're experiencing problems with your gambling, free and confidential advice is available 24 hours, 7 days a week.

The Gambling Help Service is a free service funded by the Queensland State government and delivered by a network of community based service providers to Queenslanders experiencing problems with gambling.

The Gambling Help Service can assist if:

  • you are concerned about your own gambling;
  • you are affected by the gambling of a family member or friend;
  • you are a health and community support worker, working with people affected by problem gambling; or
  • you are a community member interested in understanding more about responsible and problem gambling.

Phone

Please call the Gambling Helpline on 1800 858 858 for free and confidential counselling and crisis support 24 hours, 7 days a week. The Gambling Helpline also offer referrals to the closest Gambling Help service for face-to-face counselling.

Online

Please visit Gambling Help Online to access the following services:

  • free 24/7 chat and email counselling and support services;
  • professional counsellors with expertise in problem gambling and online services;
  • a stepping stone for further help-seeking, including telephone and face-to-face gambling services; and
  • extensive website content, self-help information and weblinks for additional support.

Click here for more information on how to seek help is also available through the Queensland Government Community Support.