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TERMS AND CONDITIONS
MEMBERSHIP
The Geelong Cats may from time to time where reasonably necessary vary the terms and conditions of Geelong Cats Membership. The Geelong Cats will communicate any change to its membership terms and conditions via the Geelong Cats membership website, located at membership.geelongcats.com.au. Members will have no claim against Geelong Cats by reason of any change made to its membership terms and conditions.
GENERAL ADMISSION ACCESS MEMBERSHIPS
Access to matches is not guaranteed. Access is subject to capacity and you are encouraged to reserve a seat in order to guarantee entry, particularly at high demand matches. Members will be required to pay additional fees and charges when reserving a seat. Access may be gained to unreserved seating on a first-come, first served basis subject to availability and Members can upgrade to a reserved seat at the venue for an additional fee subject to availability.
Additional fees and charges may apply. Entry is subject to capacity and may not be guaranteed.
GRAND FINAL ACCESS
Geelong Cats will communicate information relating to the Grand Final to members in late August/early September should we be participating in finals. This will include information in relation to obtaining a Grand Final ticket. This information will be communicated via mail, through email and on the Geelong Cats and AFL websites. It is the responsibility of the member to ensure that their contact information is correct and that they have familiarised themselves with all membership requirements and information.
The following members do not have access to Grand Final ticketing:
Those members with Priority Access (Social Club Members and Premiership members with eligible memberships) will be required to follow the appropriate procedures as communicated by Geelong Cats in order to secure their ticket. Members who do not follow the procedure as outlined by Geelong Cats will forfeit their right to access a ticket.
COMMUNICATION AND NOTICES
Upon becoming a member you consent to receiving communication and notices from Geelong Cats in any one of the manners noted below. It is the members' obligation to provide and maintain accurate contact details. Members can update details by contacting Geelong Cats, updating details on renewal forms or via MyCats Account. Geelong Cats may also provide additional opportunities to update details via email, SMS or direct mail.
The Geelong Cats will manage and protect personal information in accordance with Australian Privacy Principles in accordance with . From time to time, the Geelong Cats or one of its Corporate Partners may contact you by mail, telephone or by other communication methods including but not limited to email and/or SMS, to provide notices as required or information that Geelong Cats believes may be relevant to you. To update or edit your communication preferences log into your MyCATS Account to subscribe/unsubscribe under the edit email preference section.
REFUNDS & CANCELLATIONS
As a general policy, memberships (including reserved seats and add-on packages) are non-refundable however requests may be considered where reasonable circumstances apply. Such requests must be submitted in writing and addressed to the Membership Manager.
Should the membership be on a payment plan and a request to cancel has been submitted, the club may approve cancellation of future financial deductions and retain monies up until the time of request.
Premiership Membership is not refundable after purchase or if Geelong Cats do not compete in the Grand Final.
Should a full refund or cancellation be approved, a cancellation fee of $20 per membership will apply and be retained by the Club.
LOST/STOLEN CARDS
Members are required to notify Membership Services in writing via email or letter of any lost or stolen membership and/or reserved seating card. The lost/stolen membership barcode will be cancelled immediately, therefore blocking its use for ground access. Upon notification, a replacement membership card will be issued. A $10 fee applies for lost cards. If the card is stolen and a statutory declaration can be provided, no fee will be charged.
Geelong SOCIAL CLUB
Please note the following conditions apply to Geelong Social Club membership in addition to the general membership guidelines:
Friday Evenings
For full terms, conditions and further information please click here to access the Membership guidelines.
CASUAL MEMBERSHIP
Please note: Casual Memberships do not include any game entitlements or access to purchase AFL Grand Final tickets should Geelong Cats compete.
COUNTRY MEMBERSHIPS
To be eligible for Country Membership the member must reside more than 120km by the shortest road route from Simonds Stadium to their registered place of residence or live interstate from Victoria.
Please note: Entry to the ground for all memberships is subject to capacity.
The membership package does not include access to AFL Grand Final tickets should Geelong Cats compete.
If there is no game in your state, Country Member benefits apply.
Juniors as part of the Family Country membership will receive the same entitlements as a Junior Home Membership
FAMILY MEMBERSHIP
For the purposes of Membership, family consists of two (2) adults and up to four (4) juniors (under the age of 14 years as of 01/01/2016), all residing at the same address.
PREMIERSHIP MEMBERSHIP
EXCLUSIVE 2 FOR 1 OFFER
Offer applicable for 3 Game and Interstate 3 membership products. Adult membership category only. Purchase one full priced adult membership and receive one complimentary.
COMMITTED CATS PROGRAM
To view full Committed Cats terms & conditions, please click here
SEATING & TICKETING
SEATING
Every season seat (Geelong and Melbourne based) must be connected to a Geelong Cats (or AFL Geelong Cats Club Support) Membership. Season seating cannot be purchased without a membership.
Geelong Cats reserves the right to increase prices and/or to determine and change the price category of seats at its discretion. Geelong Cats reserves the right to re-configure or change the seating layout and or the bay/stand design in conjunction with Stadium Management as required. Geelong Cats are not obligated to notify or seek approval from seat holders to make changes to seating or surrounding areas.
Stadium seating remains the property of Stadium Management and is made available to Geelong Cats to offer a renewal/lease arrangement to members on a yearly basis for Geelong Cats home games only. Season seat holders do not hold any rights to access their season seat for any other events or games apart from home games as specified by Geelong Cats within the AFL season.
Full view (100%) of the game and arena is not guaranteed from any category of seating. Any seat classified as Restricted Viewing will be determined by Geelong Cats with any such seat being charged at the Silver or Bronze price category (depending on location) at the Geelong Cats' discretion. Any seat classified as either undercover or underneath a roofline does not guarantee protection from the elements.
Seat holders are required to purchase a membership for every season seat held/renewed. Memberships therefore must be paid for at the time of renewing. Additional memberships are also required for those who hold one or more seats and a Social Club Membership. Geelong Cats reserves the right to amend its policies and terms and conditions as outlined herewith at its sole discretion without prior notification to members.
By renewing (making payment) of season seats in any year, members are agreeing to comply and observe all of the terms for season seating as displayed on the Geelong Cats website located at geelongcats.com.au. Each member should review these terms prior to the renewal process.
Geelong Cats do not authorise the on selling of any season seating (or daily seats) or membership under any circumstances. Unauthorised on-selling of tickets and memberships may result in membership/ticket cancellation.
The Club reserves the right to change any member’s allocated reserved seat at Simonds Stadium, MCG or Etihad Stadium where required by the venue or the AFL, or to accommodate other Members or close gaps within seating bays. Where possible, the Club will endeavour to accommodate any changes within the same seating bay as previously allocated.
SEAT RENEWALS
RENEWAL NOTIFICATIONS
Season seating renewals are offered subject to availability and Geelong Cats will endeavour to offer a season seat renewal in each year to those who have held season seats in the previous year. This offer will however, be at the discretion of Geelong Cats and is not guaranteed that Geelong Cats will reserve the right to these seats at all times. Should Geelong Cats not be able to offer a seat renewal, the option of alternative seating may be offered at Geelong Cats' discretion. Renewal notifications for membership and season seats will be sent to the registered address of the member in October/November of each year. It is the responsibility of the member to be diligent in following up on renewal forms which may not have been received and to ensure that Geelong Cats are provided their contact details are correct at all times.
DUE BY DATE
The due by date for seats will be printed on the renewal form, and may vary from year to year. This will generally be mid-December. Members will not receive personal renewal reminders via mail, email or telephone if seats have not been renewed after the due date. Failure to renew season reserved seats by the specified due date in each year will forfeit the member's right of renewal.
LATE RENEWALS
The acceptance of any late renewal will be determined solely by Geelong Cats. In such cases where late renewals are offered, late fees may be applicable. Where late renewals are not accepted, members are required to re-apply for seating as a new applicant.
LEAVE OF ABSENCE
Geelong Cats do not offer a leave of absence for season seating. To retain renewal rights to seating members must purchase both a Club Membership (or AFL membership) and season seat each year.
SEAT APPLICATIONS
SEAT TRANSFERS
Season seats can be transferred to another existing or new member provided that the appropriate section on the renewal form has been completed.* Any transfers and appropriate renewal fees must also be paid by the specified due date. Seat transfers will not be accepted after the renewal due date.
*Seat transfers are not available to Social Club undercover and open seat holders or any seating involved in a stadium redevelopment.
SEATING FOR CHILDREN
Children must be 14 years of age and under as at 1 January in the current membership year to be eligible for junior priced seating. Proof of a date of birth must be supplied for all junior seat applicants.
Children under four (4) years old are not required to have a seat purchased for them. However they must not occupy a seat and will be required to sit on the lap of a parent or guardian. The parent or guardian is responsible for the child at all times whilst in the stadium. The child is not permitted to sit in aisles or run/move around the stadium or surrounding area to the detriment of other attendees. If you wish to purchase a season seat for a child under six (6) years of age and do not wish to purchase a junior membership then a Statutory Declaration must be provided indicating that this child will be the only person utilising the seat.
CONCESSION MEMBERSHIP POLICY
Any member eligible for or considering a concession membership MUST provide a copy of their concession ID or produce their concession ID at the point of purchase.
Valid concession types are as follows:
HOLDERS OF A PENSION CARD ISSUED BY:
PENSION TYPES INCLUDE:
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ID required ONCE only |
ID required yearly |
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Aged Pension |
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Disability Support |
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Disability Carers |
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X |
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Single Supporting Parents |
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X |
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TPI Pensions |
X |
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War Veteran |
X |
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War Widows |
X |
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Full-time Tertiary Student* |
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X |
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Full-time Secondary School Year 7-10** |
Documentation only required for new members |
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Full-time Secondary School Year 11-12 |
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X |
*Tertiary Student identification MUST state that the student is full time. If not, the student must provide supporting documentation from the enrolled school proving full time status.
**Documentation is not required if a renewing member is being upgraded from Junior to Concession Youth. The member must advise Geelong Cats of their year level for the current year.
WHO IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR CONCESSION?
Dependants listed on a pension card are NOT eligible for concession membership unless they hold their own pension card. The person issued the pension card is the only person eligible for a concession membership.
Health Care card holders are NOT eligible
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Concession members MUST produce their valid concession card along with their concession membership to gain entry to all stadiums. If the member is no longer eligible for a concession during the football season, the member will be required to upgrade to a full Adult membership.
Members who have purchased an Adult Membership and later obtain a valid concession card may downgrade their membership to a concession prior to the commencement of the Home and Away season. Downgrades are not accepted after the commencement of the Home and Away season. The member must provide the valid concession card and the Adult membership card to Membership Services before a refund of the difference will be issued.
Concession memberships purchased without proof of concession will be accepted however membership cards will NOT be activated until concession identification has been sighted by Membership Services.
To view full Seat Return terms & conditions, please click here
PREMIERSHIP MEMBERSHIP 2017 GRAND FINAL COMPETITION
SCHOOL & CLUB COMPETITION
GEELONG SOCIAL CLUB DINING
HAWKINS HEROES JUNIOR MEMBERSHIP COMPETITION
Schedule for the 2017 Cats Membership Promotion – Hawkins Heroes
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Promotion |
2017 Cats Membership Promotion – HAWKINS HEROES |
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Promoter |
The Promotion will be conducted by the Geelong Football Club Limited (ABN 67 005 150 818) of Simonds |
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Website |
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Entry Restrictions |
a) Entry is open to Australian residents. b) Entry is restricted to minors aged at least six (6) years old, and no older than fourteen (14) years old. c) Entrants must be members of the Geelong Cats for the 2017 AFL Premiership Season, and be a registered d) All minors (entrants under the age of 18 years), must have parental or guardian (being a person aged 18 |
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Method of Entry & Conditions |
The Promoter administers an annual membership database of “Members” to the organisation. Individuals join the membership database annually by purchasing a GFC product for that annual “Season”. To be eligible for entry to this Promotion, an individual must comply with relevant Entry Restrictions as stipulated. To enter, entrants must: (a) During the Entry Period register, renew or otherwise sign up for a GFC 2017 Hawkins Heroes Membership (“Hawkins Hero”). (b) Alternatively, any persons who have registered a GFC 2017 Hawkins Hero Membership, prior to the At the Close of Entry Period, all Entrants will go into a random draw. In accordance with Draw Details, the Promoter will conduct a Draw of all eligible entrants to determine one (1) As the Winner will be a minor (under the age of 18 years at the time of winning), the following will apply: (a) The Promoter must have contact with a parent/guardian of the Winner (who is 18 years or older) to (b) The Winner must nominate a Travel Companion who is their legal parent or guardian to accompany (c) A parental or guardian (being a person aged 18 years or older) of the Winner must confirm with the (d) A parental or guardian (being a person aged 18 years or older) of the Winner must sign a |
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Entry Period |
Opens: 22 May 2017 at 06:00am (AEDT) Closes: 17 July 2017 at 12:01am (AEDT) |
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Draw Details |
Major Prize Draw: The Promoter will hold a Major Prize Draw on 18 July 2017 at 11:00am (AEDT) at Simonds Draw Method: A Draw method The Promoter will conduct a random computerised draw of all eligible entrants |
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Prize Details |
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Additional |
Please note: the Prize subject to the terms and conditions imposed by the Promoter, and other Prize Provider or suppliers. See Prize Details for limitations and information on all Prizes. Travel Prizes: In respect of elements of the prize that relate to Travel and Accommodation, the Prize may require booking and completing as specified by the GFC. Unless expressly stated otherwise, if a Prize involves travel, no other costs will be included and all expenses (including, but not limited to, the costs of transport to and from a prize venue and meals), other than those specifically referred to, will be at each winner’s and (if applicable) their accompanying guest’s cost. The Promoter will not be liable for the failure of the winner and any accompanying guests to meet travel schedules or cancellations for whatever reason and regardless as to fault, and no cash or alternative tickets or bookings will be awarded in lieu of that element of the prize. No travel insurance is included in any travel prize. Meet & Greet: Unless expressly stated otherwise, a Prize involves a “meet and greet” element with a If prize winner, recipient, or participant under 18 years of age: Entrants under the age of 18 years must have parent or guardian consent to enter the Promotion. If the Prize winner, or recipient or participant in an activity conducted in connection with this Promotion is under 18 years of age, a parent or legal guardian of that person must be present for the duration of that event, as one of the participants. Prize Details: All Prize(s) will be awarded as specified in to the Prize Details. If a Prize is unavailable for any reason, the Promoter, at its discretion, may substitute it for another item of equal or higher value. The Prize(s) are subject to any prize restrictions specified in the Schedule subject to the Relevant State Authorities that have granted the Geelong Football Club - Terms & Conditions licence. All Prizes or parts of the Prize(s) are subject to availability, non- transferable and non-exchangeable, must be used on any dates specified in these terms and conditions or as stipulated by the prize provider and are not redeemable for cash unless cash is specified. The Promoter will not be responsible or liable if for any reason beyond their reasonable control any element of any prize is not provided. The Promoter will not be liable for any damage to or delay in transit of prizes, or for any compensation in relation to those prizes. |
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Notification |
Winners will be notified by telephone within two (2) business days of the Draw. |
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Publication of |
Prize winners details will be published on the Website from 20 July 2017 for a period of 28 days. |
GEELONG CATS 2017 RAFFLE
Schedule for the Geelong Cats 2017 Raffle.
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Raffle Name |
Geelong Cats 2017 Club Raffle |
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Promoter & Benefiting Organisation |
The Geelong Football Club 2017 Raffle will be conducted by the Geelong Football Club Limited (ABN 67 005 150 818) of Simonds Stadium, Kardinia Park, La Trobe Terrace, Geelong, Victoria, 3220 (“GFC”), via its nominee, the Chief Financial Officer of GFC. The GFC is a not-for-profit organisation. |
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Relevant States |
VIC, QLD, ACT, TAS, NSW, SA. |
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Permit Numbers |
Authorised under the following permits: ACT R 17/00082; VIC 10480/17; NSW GOCAU/1909. |
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Entry Period |
Raffle sales commence on 21 June 2017 at 6:00AM (AEST). Raffle sales close on 20 October 2017 at 5:00PM (AEDT). No entries will be accepted after this time. |
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Entry Restrictions |
Entry is open to residents of the Relevant States aged 18 years or older at the commencement of the Entry Period. For clarity, entrants do not have to be a registered member of the Geelong Football Club in order to be eligible to enter this Raffle. |
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Website |
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Raffle Ticket Details |
A total of 40,000 tickets will be available for sale. Maximum number of entries: There is no limit on the number of raffle tickets that may be purchased per person, subject to raffle ticket availability. Ticket prices: Eligible entrants may purchase Raffle tickets individually for $5.00 each, or as a bundle of ten (10) tickets (in one transaction) for $50.00 (“Bundle”). Bonus entries: Eligible entrants will receive one (1) entry for the Bonus Prize Draw per Bundle purchased. |
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Raffle Procedure |
The Promoter will conduct a Bonus Prize Draw, in accordance with the Draw Details, to determine the Bonus Prize Winner. |
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Draw Details |
Major Prize Draw The Promoter will hold a Major Prize Draw on 25 October 2017 at 3:00pm (AEDT) at Simonds Stadium, Kardinia Park, La Trobe Terrace, Geelong, VIC, 3220. The Major Prize Draw will determine the three (3) Major Prize Winners from all the raffle tickets purchased during the Entry Period. Bonus Prize Draw The Promoter will hold a Bonus Prize Draw for all eligible entrants being those who purchased a Bundle of Tickets during the Entry Period. Every Bundle of Tickets purchased (being 10 entries into the Major Prize Draw) equates to one (1) entry into the Bonus Prize Draw. The Bonus Prized Draw will be held on 25 October 2017 at 3:10pm (AEDT), at Simonds Stadium, Kardinia Park, La Trobe Terrace, Geelong, VIC, 3220). This Draw will determine one (1) Bonus Prize Winner. Draw Method: Prize Draws will be conducted via a random computerised draw of all eligible entrants to determine Winners(s). The Draws will be conducted in the presence of representatives of the Promoter, together with an independent witness acting as a scrutiniser, who is not associated with the management or conduct of the Raffle or the benefitting organisation in any way. |
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Prizes |
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Additional Information - Prizes |
Major Prize A: “FORD Vehicle – Focus ST Hatch” Value: $40,990 driveaway The Prize Provider is Ford Motor Company of Australia Limited (ACN 30 004 116 223) (“Ford”). The vehicle will be a Ford Focus ST Hatch, 6 Speed Manual Transmission with a 2.0 Litre EcoBoost® engine in Tangerine Scream prestige paint colour valued at $40,990 (Ford’s recommended driveaway offer price ($40,490) plus prestige paint cost ($500), 12 months’ registration, 12 months’ compulsory third party insurance, stamp duty and dealer delivery charges included. Additional insurance, options, fuel and all other ancillary costs associated with the prize and its use are the responsibility of the winner. The winner must collect their prize from a Ford dealership closest to the winner’s place of residence in Australia. The location of dealership will be notified to the winner in writing within 5 business days of the raffle drawn. If the winner is unable to collect the car from the specified dealer, they will need to make their own delivery arrangements with the dealer at their own cost. The date of prize collection is subject to availability of the vehicle, but is anticipated to be within ninety (90) days from the date of winner notification. Any costs incurred in collection of the prize are the sole responsibility of the winner. The vehicle details as stated in these terms and conditions are not negotiable. No additional features or upgrade of the vehicle will be undertaken by GFC or Ford. Major Prize B: “$5,000 Travel Voucher” The Prize Provider is Geelong Travel (ABN 81 006 062 568). One (1) $5,000 “Geelong Travel” voucher with Geelong Travel. Voucher must be used in one (1) transaction, and the winner has twelve (12) months to use the Voucher from the draw date. Voucher is non-transferrable or redeemable for cash. Please note: The Prize may require booking and completing as specified by the Prize Provider or by the terms on the voucher. All costs associated with a travel prize which are not expressly listed, including passport and visa costs, transfer costs, meals, taxes, insurance, luggage costs and all other ancillary costs, are the responsibility of the winner. Value is $5,000. Major Prize C: “Years supply of Village Cinema Gold Class Tickets” Value is $2,080 (RRP). The Prize Provider is Village Cinemas Australia Pty Ltd ACN 006 735 002. Value is $2,080 (RRP). Fifty-two (52) Village Cinema Gold Class tickets provided as a bundle of tickets sent by post to the winner. Prize is to be redeemed in accordance with expiry dates on each of the individual vouchers. For prize details please see standard terms and conditions at http://villagecinemas.com.au/terms-and-conditions Bonus Prize: Prize is valid for 12 months from the date of issue and can be redeemed towards 2018 Geelong Cats membership and season reserved seats only. Vouchers: All prizes awarded as vouchers are valid until the voucher expiry date specified on the voucher or by the provider, and are subject to any terms and conditions imposed by the provider. Once issued, the Promoter is not liable for any voucher that has been lost, stolen, forged, damaged or tampered with in any way once awarded. |
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Notification, Verification and Delivery |
Winners will be notified by telephone within 2 business days of the Draw, following which notification will also be provided in writing. Entrants must retain their original Raffle ticket(s) specifying the unique ticket number for verification purposes. Failure to produce the Raffle ticket when requested may, in the absolute discretion of the Promoter, result in invalidation of the entry and forfeiture of any right to a prize. If requested by the Promoter, eligible entrants must produce proof of age and residency prior to being awarded a Prize. If a winner (other than the Major Prize A winner) complies with these Terms and Conditions, and the Promoter verifies and accepts their entry in accordance with these Terms and Conditions, the Promoter will deliver the prize (to the address provided by the entrant at the time of entry or via the notification and verification process) within 28 days of the prize being awarded. If the Major Prize A winner complies with these Terms and Conditions, and the Promoter verifies and accepts their entry in accordance with these Terms and Conditions, the Promoter will deliver the prize (to the address provided by the entrant at the time of entry or via the notification and verification process) within 90 days of the prize being awarded. The Promoter takes no responsibility for an incorrect address being provided when entering the Raffle or during the notification and verification process, and (once dispatched), the Promoter is not liable for any prize that has been lost, stolen, damaged or tampered with in any way. |
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Publication of Winners |
Prize winners’ names will be published in The Australian on 30 October 2017 and on the GFC Website . |
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Prize Claim Date |
Winners have 12 months from the Draw Date in which to claim their prize. Winners are to contact the GFC by emailing Adrianna Maddalon at (e) amaddalon@geelongcats.com.au in order to claim their prize. |
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Unclaimed Prize Arrangements |
If a prize is not claimed by the Prize Claim Date, the Promoter may sell that prize (subject to regulatory approval). Proceeds from such sale will be paid to the Promoter to be used for its not-for-profit activities. If a Prize that has been won by an ACT entrant remains unclaimed for 3 months after the draw date a redraw will be held. If the redraw winner does not claim their Prize within 12 months from the date they are notified in which to claim their prize, the Promoter reserves the right (subject to regulatory approval, if required) to sell that prize. If a Prize that has been won by a Victorian or Tasmanian entrant remains unclaimed 12 months after the draw, the Promoter will sell or otherwise dispose of the Prize and pay the proceeds (bar the deduction of reasonable costs associated with the sale or disposal) to the Treasurer for payment into the Consolidated Fund. |
Terms and Conditions of Entry for the Geelong Football Club 2017 Raffle
Entry
How winners are chosen and notified
Prizes & Winners
Publicity Materials
Liability
Australian Consumer Law
GFC’s use of entries and Personal Information