Are online pokies legal for Australian players to play?

Yes, Australian residents can legally play pokies at offshore online casinos without violating any law. The Interactive Gambling Act 2001 makes it illegal for Australian-based operators to offer casino games to locals, but it does not criminalise individual players.

Do I have to pay tax on online pokies winnings in Australia?

For the vast majority of Australian players, gambling winnings are not taxable. The ATO treats gambling as a recreational activity, and winnings from pokies are generally not considered assessable income.

What is the best RTP for online pokies?

The best RTP for online pokies is generally considered to be anything above 96%. Top-performing games can offer RTPs of 97-99%.

Can I play pokies on my mobile phone in Australia?

Absolutely. The vast majority of modern online pokies are built using HTML5 technology, making them fully compatible with smartphones and tablets running iOS and Android.

What should I look for in a safe online casino for pokies?

The most important factors are: a valid licence from a recognised authority, SSL encryption, a verifiable history of paying out winnings, transparent terms and conditions, and responsive customer support.

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 2026

Savage Boats Australia ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") operates the website savageboats.net.au. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services, including our affiliate links to online pokies and casino platforms.

Information We Collect

We collect information in the following ways:

Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, and other details you voluntarily provide through contact forms or registrations.
Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers.
Cookies: Small data files stored on your device to enhance your browsing experience.
Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on site, links clicked, referral sources, and interaction patterns with our content and affiliate links.
Location Data: General geographic information derived from IP address (state/territory level for Australian users).

How We Use Information

We use collected information for the following purposes:

Analytics and performance monitoring to understand user behaviour and site traffic.
Affiliate tracking and commission reporting related to casino and pokies platform referrals.
Site improvement, personalisation, and optimisation of user experience.
Responding to enquiries and providing customer support.
Compliance with legal obligations and fraud prevention.
Marketing communications (where you have opted in).

Cookie Policy

Our website uses cookies to enhance functionality and analyse usage. Types of cookies include:

Essential Cookies: Required for site operation and security.
Analytics Cookies: Track user behaviour and site performance (Google Analytics, etc.).
Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Monitor referrals to partner casinos and pokies platforms.
Marketing Cookies: Personalise advertisements and promotional content.

You can opt out of non-essential cookies through your browser settings or by using opt-out tools provided by analytics providers. Please note that disabling cookies may affect site functionality.

Third-Party Links

Savage Boats Australia contains affiliate links to online pokies and casino platforms. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, terms, or conduct of these third-party websites. We recommend reviewing their individual privacy policies before providing personal information or engaging in gambling activities. Your use of third-party sites is at your own risk and governed by their respective terms and conditions.

Your Rights

Under Australian Privacy Law (Privacy Act 1988), you have the right to:

Access your personal information held by us.
Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
Request deletion of your information (subject to legal obligations).
Opt out of marketing communications.
Lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) if you believe your privacy has been breached.

If you are located in the EU or UK, GDPR rights apply. If you are in the US, CCPA rights may apply depending on residency. Please contact us to exercise these rights.

Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes. Analytics and usage data are typically retained for up to 24 months. Affiliate tracking data is retained in accordance with industry standards and tax/compliance requirements. You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal retention requirements.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to access your information, or lodge a complaint, please contact us at:

Email: privacy@savageboats.net.au

We will respond to privacy enquiries within 30 days or as required by applicable law.

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify users of material changes via email or prominent notice on our website.