Last updated: May 2026 — Lachlan Whitmore, Thepretendonefilm

Terms of Use

Last Updated: 2026

Welcome to thepretendonefilm.com (the "Website"), owned and operated by Lachlan Whitmore. By accessing, browsing, or using this Website in any way, you agree to be legally bound by these Terms of Use. Please read them carefully before continuing. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, you must discontinue your use of thepretendonefilm.com immediately.

1. Acceptance of Terms

Your continued use of thepretendonefilm.com constitutes your full and unconditional acceptance of these Terms of Use. Lachlan Whitmore reserves the right to amend, modify, or update these terms at any time without prior notice. It is your responsibility to review these Terms of Use periodically. Changes become effective immediately upon publication to the Website.

2. Informational Purpose Only

All content published on thepretendonefilm.com, including but not limited to reviews, ratings, guides, and commentary relating to online pokies and casino platforms available to Australian players, is provided strictly for informational and entertainment purposes only. Nothing on this Website constitutes financial advice, legal advice, investment guidance, or any professional recommendation of any kind.

As the content author and editor, Lachlan Whitmore endeavours to ensure that all information published on thepretendonefilm.com is accurate, current, and responsibly presented. However, the gambling and online gaming landscape changes frequently, and we cannot guarantee the completeness or ongoing accuracy of any content. You are solely responsible for independently verifying any information before acting upon it.

3. YMYL Disclaimer

The content on thepretendonefilm.com falls within the category of "Your Money or Your Life" (YMYL) subject matter. In acknowledgement of this, we explicitly state the following:

4. Age Requirement

thepretendonefilm.com is intended exclusively for individuals who are 18 years of age or older. By using this Website, you confirm that you meet the minimum legal age requirement for gambling-related content in your jurisdiction. In Australia, the legal gambling age is 18 years. We do not knowingly publish content directed at minors, and we do not permit individuals under the age of 18 to use this Website.

5. Limitation of Liability

Lachlan Whitmore and thepretendonefilm.com shall not be held liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of, or reliance upon, any content found on this Website. This includes, without limitation, any financial losses incurred as a result of gambling activities, decisions made based on content published on thepretendonefilm.com, or any errors or omissions in the information provided.

Links to third-party casino platforms, pokie sites, or external resources are provided for convenience only. thepretendonefilm.com does not endorse, control, or accept responsibility for the content, policies, or practices of any linked third-party website.

6. Intellectual Property

All content on thepretendonefilm.com, including written reviews, editorial commentary, graphics, logos, and site design, is the intellectual property of Lachlan Whitmore unless otherwise stated. You may not reproduce, distribute, republish, or commercially exploit any content from this Website without the prior written consent of Lachlan Whitmore. Unauthorised use of any materials may violate applicable copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

7. Responsible Gambling

thepretendonefilm.com strongly encourages responsible gambling practices. If you or someone you know is experiencing difficulties related to gambling, please seek assistance from recognised support services such as the National Gambling Helpline (1800 858 858) or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au.

8. Governing Law

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

9. Contact

If you have any questions regarding these Terms of Use, you may contact the site owner and content author, Lachlan Whitmore, through the contact page available on thepretendonefilm.com.