Australian players should note that ThePokies is an offshore online casino that has been investigated and ISP-blocked by the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA). ACMA has stated that the service offered casino-style games played for money, which are prohibited for Australian customers under the Interactive Gambling Act 2001.
This page cannot provide promotional bonus codes, signup instructions, free-spin offers, deposit incentives, or access guidance for an online casino that is not authorised to offer these services in Australia.
Important Information for Australian Players
The Interactive Gambling Act 2001 is Australia’s principal federal legislation covering interactive gambling. ACMA monitors and enforces the Act, including by issuing formal warnings and requesting blocks to illegal offshore gambling websites.
Players considering any gambling activity should verify the operator’s legal status, read all bonus and withdrawal terms carefully, and avoid sharing payment or identity information with unverified services. A “no deposit” offer, free chips, free spins, or a high withdrawal limit does not remove the need to check whether an operator may legally provide its services in your location.
Responsible Gambling Support
BetStop, Australia’s National Self-Exclusion Register, launched on 21 August 2023. It allows people to self-exclude from licensed Australian online wagering providers for periods ranging from three months to a lifetime. Details are available through ACMA’s BetStop information and the BetStop year-in-review material.
If gambling is causing financial pressure, stress, conflict, or a loss of control, consider speaking with a qualified support service. Gambling Help Online is available in Australia at 1800 858 858 and through gamblinghelponline.org.au.
Checking Gambling Websites
Before opening an account or accepting any online casino promotion, check ACMA’s information on online gambling provider investigations and its guidance on protecting yourself from illegal gambling operators. These resources explain common risks involving offshore casino sites, payment handling, withdrawals, account disputes, and website blocks.