Terms of Service

Last updated: January 2026

Welcome to johnselec.com.au. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of this website. Please read them carefully before using the site.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using johnselec.com.au (the "Site"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must immediately discontinue use of the Site. Your continued use of the Site constitutes your acceptance of these Terms and any future modifications.

2. Site Purpose

johnselec.com.au is an independent information and review website focused on pokies venues and related gambling services in Australia ("pokies near me"). The Site provides editorial content, reviews, comparisons, and general information for reference purposes only.

We are NOT a gambling operator. We do not offer, host, facilitate, or process any form of gambling, wagering, or betting. We do not accept deposits, handle player funds, or operate any gaming services. All gambling activity takes place solely on third-party venues or websites, which are subject to their own terms, conditions, and licences.

3. Age Restriction

This Site is intended only for persons aged 18 years or older, which is the minimum legal gambling age in Australia. By using this Site, you represent and warrant that you are at least 18 years of age (or the applicable minimum gambling age in your state or territory, if higher). We reserve the right to request proof of age and to restrict access to any user who cannot verify their eligibility. If you are under 18, you must leave this Site immediately.

4. Disclaimer

All information published on this Site — including venue details, opening hours, bonus offers, promotions, and reviews — is provided in good faith but may be inaccurate, incomplete, or out of date. Offers and venue details change frequently and without notice. We make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of any content. You are solely responsible for verifying all information directly with the relevant casino, venue, or gambling operator before acting upon it.

Nothing on this Site constitutes legal, financial, or professional advice. Gambling involves risk — please gamble responsibly. For support, contact Gambling Help Online (1800 858 858).

5. Affiliate Relationship

johnselec.com.au participates in affiliate marketing programs. This means we may earn commissions when you click on links to third-party casinos, venues, or gambling services featured on the Site and subsequently register, deposit, or engage with those services. These commissions come at no additional cost to you.

Affiliate relationships may influence the placement and prominence of recommendations on the Site; however, our reviews and editorial opinions remain independent and are based on our genuine assessment. We only feature operators we believe may be of interest to our Australian audience.

6. Intellectual Property

All content on this Site — including text, graphics, logos, images, reviews, and design elements — is the property of johnselec.com.au or its licensors and is protected by Australian and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may view and print content for personal, non-commercial use only. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, republish, or commercially exploit any content from this Site without our prior written consent. Third-party trademarks and brand names referenced on the Site belong to their respective owners.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by Australian law, johnselec.com.au, its owners, employees, and affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from:

Your use of the Site is entirely at your own risk. Nothing in these Terms excludes rights you may have under the Australian Consumer Law that cannot lawfully be excluded.

8. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Australia. Any disputes arising out of or in connection with these Terms or your use of the Site shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Australia.

9. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify, update, or replace these Terms at any time and at our sole discretion. Changes take effect immediately upon posting to the Site, with the "Last updated" date revised accordingly. It is your responsibility to review these Terms periodically. Your continued use of the Site after any changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

10. Contact

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding these Terms of Service, please contact us at:

Email: [email protected]