Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment
At Bench Collective, we believe gambling should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only. It is never a reliable way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please gamble only with money you can afford to lose, and always set strict limits before you start playing.
Age Verification
By accessing Ripper Casino through Bench Collective, you confirm that you are at least 18 years of age or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction in Australia, whichever is higher. Gambling is illegal for anyone under the legal age. We take age verification seriously and reserve the right to request proof of age at any time.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following warning signs in your own behaviour, please seek help immediately:
- Chasing losses by gambling more money to recover what you've lost
- Hiding your gambling activities or the amount you gamble from friends and family
- Gambling with money needed for essential expenses (rent, bills, food)
- Neglecting work, school, or personal relationships due to gambling
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
- Needing to gamble with increasing amounts of money to feel excitement
- Borrowing money or accumulating debt to fund gambling
- Failed attempts to cut back or control gambling
- Lying about gambling or the time spent gambling
- Using gambling as a way to escape problems or difficult emotions
Self-Help Tools and Limits
Most reputable online casinos, including those featured on Bench Collective, provide tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose during a session or timeframe
- Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders during play sessions about how long you've been playing and how much you've wagered
- Session Limits: Automatically end your gaming session after a set period of time
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from the casino, preventing access to your account
We strongly encourage you to use these tools proactively. Speak with the casino's customer support team to activate any limits that suit your needs.
Support Organisations
If you're struggling with gambling, help is available. Please reach out to one of these organisations:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online – Free, confidential counselling and support
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Helpline: 1800 858 858 (free call) - Gambler's Help – Counselling and support services across Victoria
Phone: 1800 858 858
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Free gambling support and advice
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
National Problem Gambling Clinic: 0808 802 0133 - GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council – Evidence-based resources and support
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling – Helpline and resources
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700
Germany
- Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) – Federal health education centre
Telephone Counselling: 0800 1 372 374 (free, confidential)
If You Need Help
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, please don't hesitate to seek professional help. There is no shame in reaching out. The support organisations listed above provide free, confidential assistance and can help you take control of your gambling.
Your wellbeing is important to us. If gambling is causing you harm, help is just a phone call or click away.