See how your spending choices can fund meaningful
experiences and personal growth instead of temporary thrills
How This Visualization Works
Track Spending
We analyze your gambling expenses to show you the real
financial impact
Visualize Alternatives
See what meaningful goals you could achieve with the same
money
Make Changes
Use these insights to redirect your spending toward
fulfilling goals
Track Your Journey, Achieving Your Own
Goals
Skateboard Setup65%
$195 of $300 saved
Guitar & Amplifier30%
$180 of $600 saved
Online Course45%
$135 of $300 saved
Why This Matters
Investing in experiences and skills creates lasting satisfaction, unlike temporary
gambling thrills
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Your Spending
Monthly Gambling$145.00
Potential Savings$145.00
Goals Progress
2%
💡 Your Gambling Money Could Help You Reach Your Goals
You've spent $1385.00 on gambling. This money could have been
used to make progress on your goals!
Progress = Gambling spend ÷ Goal target × 100
Recent Transactions
Food & Drinks
15/12/2025 • Coffee
$18.00
Transport
14/12/2025 • Train fare
$20.00
Loot BoxesGambling
12/12/2025 • Call of Duty blueprint
$40.00
Entertainment
11/12/2025 • Mini golf
$35.00
Sports BettingGambling
10/12/2025 • Winter sports
$20.00
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Smart Insights
Spending Analysis
Your Financial Goals
0
Total Goals
$0
Total Target
$0
Total Saved
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Your Financial Goals
4
Total Goals
$2100.00
Total Target
$555.00
Total Saved
26%
Avg Progress
Detailed Analytics
Total Income
$2000.00
This month
Total Expenses
$1998.00
This month
Gambling Spending
$1385.00
This month
Savings Rate
0.1%
Of income
Spending Trends
Category Breakdown
All Transactions
All
Gambling
Income
Expenses
Date
Description
Category
Amount
Actions
28/09/2025
Dinner out
Food & Drinks
$25.00
27/09/2025
Genshin Impact wish
Loot Boxes
$30.00
25/09/2025
Basketball game
Sports Betting
$25.00
25/09/2025
Weekly wages
Part-time Job
weekly
+$150.00
23/09/2025
Arcade games
Entertainment
$30.00
22/09/2025
Call of Duty points
Loot Boxes
$35.00
22/09/2025
Weekly allowance
Allowance
weekly
+$50.00
20/09/2025
Cricket T20 bet
Sports Betting
$20.00
18/09/2025
Rocket League crate
Loot Boxes
$40.00
18/09/2025
Weekly wages
Part-time Job
weekly
+$150.00
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About PlaySmart
Empowering young Australians to make smart financial decisions and reduce gambling harm
through
data-driven insights, education, and community support.
Your State Statistics
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Young People Gambling
32%
Ages 16-25 in VIC
Loot Box Exposure
71%
Of popular games
Median Monthly Spend
$50
On loot boxes (teens)
Help Available
24/7
Support services
Youth Problem Gambling
18%
Ages 18-24
Seeking Help
12%
Of those with problems
Understanding Gambling Risks
What Counts as Gambling?
Loot Boxes: In-game purchases with unknown contents
Sports Betting: Betting on sports outcomes
Skin Betting: Using in-game items as currency
Online Casino: Digital casino games
Poker: Card games with money at stake
Scratch Cards: Instant win lottery tickets
Warning Signs
Spending more than planned
Setting limits but exceeding them
Chasing losses
Spending more to "win back" money
Borrowing money
Ask friends or family for gambling
money
Neglecting responsibilities
Skipping school or work to gamble
Support & Resources
Find immediate help, support services, and educational resources available across Australia.
You're not alone - help is available 24/7.
Need Immediate Help?
If you're in crisis or need urgent support, call Lifeline 13 11 14 or
Gambler's Help 1800 858 858 - available 24/7
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