Responsible Gambling
Prize home and charity lotteries are a form of gambling. They should be fun and for a good cause, never a way to make money or a habit you cannot afford.
The basics
- You must be 18 or over to enter any Australian lottery.
- Only spend what you can comfortably afford to lose. Tickets are a donation with a chance attached, not an investment.
- Buying more tickets improves your chance only slightly, and the odds always stay long. Read our guide to the odds.
- Set yourself a budget before you buy, and stick to it.
Signs it might be a problem
Spending more than you planned, chasing losses, buying tickets to escape stress, or hiding how much you spend from people close to you. If any of that feels familiar, it is worth reaching out. Support is free and confidential.
Where to get help
- Gambling Help Online, free 24/7 support: 1800 858 858 or gamblinghelponline.org.au.
- Lifeline, 24/7 crisis support: 13 11 14.
- You can also ask operators about setting limits or self-excluding from their mailing and sales.
If you or someone you know needs help right now, call Gambling Help on 1800 858 858. It is free, confidential and available any time.