How Rookash bonuses work
A bonus is extra value added to your account when you meet certain conditions. At Rookash, those conditions are set out in the terms attached to each offer. They can cover the minimum deposit, which games count, how long the offer stays active and how much you need to play before winnings can be withdrawn. We keep the specifics on the promotions page rather than here, because offers are updated and a figure printed on this page could go out of date. Please check the current terms on the site for the amounts that apply today.
Some promotions need a deposit and others do not. Some are available to new accounts only, and some are open to existing players. The terms will tell you which group an offer is for, so it is worth reading that line first.
Claiming an offer
The steps differ slightly between promotions, but the general path looks like this.
- Create an account and complete any identity checks we ask for.
- Open the promotions page and choose the offer you want.
- Read the terms, then opt in or enter a code if the offer asks for one.
- Make a qualifying deposit if the offer requires it, in Australian dollars.
- Check that the bonus has appeared in your account before you start playing.
If you deposit before opting in, the bonus may not apply, and in most cases it cannot be added afterwards. Opting in first avoids that problem. If you are unsure whether you have claimed correctly, contact support before you play.
Wagering in general terms
Wagering, sometimes called a playthrough requirement, is the amount you must bet before bonus-related winnings can be cashed out. It is usually shown as a multiple. If a bonus has a 30x requirement, for example, you would need to bet 30 times the relevant amount. That figure is purely an illustration of the arithmetic and is not a Rookash offer. The multiple that applies to a real promotion will be in its terms.
Two details change how quickly you get through a requirement. The first is which amount the multiple applies to: the bonus alone, or the bonus plus your deposit. The second is how each game type contributes. Pokies commonly count in full, while table games and live games often count for a smaller share or not at all. A game that counts for a low percentage will take much longer to clear the same requirement.
What to check before claiming
A short read of the terms saves most disputes. These are the points worth finding.
| Term | What to look for |
|---|---|
| Minimum deposit | The smallest amount that qualifies, in AUD |
| Wagering requirement | The multiple, and what it applies to |
| Game contribution | Which games count and by how much |
| Time limit | How many days you have to use the bonus and meet the requirement |
| Maximum bet | Any cap on the size of a single bet while a bonus is active |
| Withdrawal cap | Any limit on what you can cash out from bonus winnings |
| Excluded payment methods | Whether certain deposit methods do not qualify |
Maximum bet rules deserve particular attention. Placing a bet above the permitted size while a bonus is active can lead to winnings being removed, even if the bet was made by mistake.
Using bonuses sensibly
A bonus is an optional extra and never a way to recover losses or a source of income. Decide how much you are comfortable spending before you start, and keep to that amount whether or not a promotion is running. If a bonus requirement pushes you to play longer or stake more than you planned, you are free to skip the offer or stop playing.
We provide tools to help you stay in control, including deposit limits, time-outs and self-exclusion. You can set these in your account or ask support to do it for you. Players must be 18 or over. If gambling is causing you or someone close to you harm, free and confidential support is available in Australia through Gambling Help Online on 1800 858 858.
Changes to promotions
Promotions can be updated, paused or withdrawn, and the terms that apply are the ones shown when you opt in. We recommend returning to the promotions page before each deposit, as conditions you read previously may have changed.