Regional Help Lines: Addresses and Phone Numbers
In all states and territories of Australia, there is a national 1800 858 858 hotline (24/7, free) and local Gamblers Help centers, where you can get face-to-face advice, sign up for therapy or group meetings.
How to apply
1. By phone
- National line: 1800 858 858 (anonymous, 24/7)
- Local office: direct number of your staff (see table)
2. Face-to-face visit
- Come to the nearest office during business hours, without an appointment.
3. Online
– [https: //www. gamblinghelponline. org. au](https: //www. gamblinghelponline. org. au) → "Find Help" → choosing your region to record for a video consultation or chat.
What to expect at the reception
Short survey: betting history, financial and emotional risks
Primary measures plan: setting limits, timeout, connecting the "controller"
Next steps: sign up for therapy, group program or family counseling
Contacting a regional centre is your first step towards structured care and breaking the cycle of gambling. Even if you haven't thought about support before, call or go to the office - it's free and anonymous.
| State/Territory | Support Center | Phone | Office Address | Opening Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NSW | Gamblers Help NSW | 1800,858,858 02,9569,9366 | Shop 3, 1 Bland St, Ashfield NSW 2131 | Mon-Fri 9am-5pm |
| Виктория | Victorian Responsible Gambling Foundation | 1300 858 858 03 9421 7600 | Level 2, 333 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000 | Пн–Пт 9: 00–17: 00 |
| Queensland | Gambling Community Support Services | 1800,858,858 07,3253,1001 | 34 Browning St, Newstead QLD 4006 | Mon-Fri 8.30am-4.30pm |
| Western Australia | Gambler's Help WA | 1800,858,858 08,9325,1550 | 194 Terrace Rd, Perth WA 6000 | Mon-Fri 8.30am-4.30pm |
| South Australia | Office for Problem Gambling | 1800,858,858 08,8205,0700 | 146 Greenhill Rd, Unley SA 5061 | Mon-Fri 9am-5pm |
| Tasmania | Tasmanian Gambling Support Services | 1800,858,858 03,6332,8800 | 31 Invermay Rd, Invermay TAS 7248 | Mon-Fri 9am-5pm |
| Northern Territory | Gamblers Help NT | 1800,858,858 08,8985,7888 | 55 Leichhardt Terrace, Darwin NT 0800 | Mon-Fri 8.30am-4.30pm |
| Active Territory | Gambling Help ACT | 1800,858,858 02,6260,4020 | 70 Commonwealth Ave, Pialligo ACT 2609 | Mon-Fri 9am-5pm |
How to apply
1. By phone
- National line: 1800 858 858 (anonymous, 24/7)
- Local office: direct number of your staff (see table)
2. Face-to-face visit
- Come to the nearest office during business hours, without an appointment.
3. Online
– [https: //www. gamblinghelponline. org. au](https: //www. gamblinghelponline. org. au) → "Find Help" → choosing your region to record for a video consultation or chat.
What to expect at the reception
Short survey: betting history, financial and emotional risks
Primary measures plan: setting limits, timeout, connecting the "controller"
Next steps: sign up for therapy, group program or family counseling
Contacting a regional centre is your first step towards structured care and breaking the cycle of gambling. Even if you haven't thought about support before, call or go to the office - it's free and anonymous.
