Last updated: May 2026 — James Wilson, Pushforthebush
At Pushforthebush, we are passionate about NRL betting — but we are equally passionate about making sure every person who visits our site stays safe, informed, and in control. James Wilson founded this platform with one clear belief: enjoying a punt on rugby league should always be fun, never harmful. This page exists because we genuinely care about your wellbeing, not just your engagement with our content.
Gambling is a legal form of entertainment for adults in Australia, but it carries real risks. We encourage every reader to treat betting as a leisure activity with a fixed budget, never as a way to make money or recover losses. If you ever feel that gambling is causing you stress, financial difficulty, or relationship problems, please use the resources on this page without hesitation.
Pushforthebush operates a strict 18+ only policy. Every operator we recommend is fully licensed and required by Australian law to verify the age of all customers before allowing any real-money activity. We do not knowingly provide betting guidance to anyone under the age of 18, and we strongly support every measure used to prevent underage gambling. If you are under 18, please leave this site now.
Parents and guardians are encouraged to use internet filtering tools such as Gamban or parental control software to prevent minors from accessing gambling-related content.
Problem gambling can develop gradually and is not always easy to identify in yourself. The following signs may indicate that gambling has moved beyond healthy entertainment:
If any of these signs feel familiar, you are not alone and help is available right now.
Ask yourself the following questions honestly. If you answer yes to two or more, we strongly encourage you to reach out to a support organisation:
All licensed Australian bookmakers are required to offer deposit limit tools. Set a daily, weekly, or monthly cap that reflects your actual entertainment budget. Once your limit is reached, the platform will prevent further deposits for that period.
Reality check notifications remind you how long you have been logged in and how much you have spent. Enable these alerts in your account settings to maintain a clear picture of your activity during a session.
If you feel gambling is getting out of hand but are not ready for a full exclusion, a cooling-off period allows you to pause your account for a chosen number of days. This breathing space can be an important first step toward regaining control.
Self-exclusion is a powerful, formal tool that blocks you from accessing a betting platform for a set period — typically between one month and five years. In Australia, the National Self-Exclusion Register allows you to exclude yourself from multiple operators simultaneously. Contact your bookmaker directly or visit your state's gambling help authority to begin the process.
We want every reader to enjoy following the NRL and occasionally having a flutter on their favourite team. But no bet is worth your financial security, your mental health, or your relationships. If something feels wrong, trust that feeling and reach out. The organisations listed above are staffed by people who understand what you are going through and are ready to help without judgment. You can also contact us directly at pushforthebush.org if you have concerns about any content on this site.
Bet responsibly. Know your limits. The game will always be there — make sure you are too.