Win a trip to Russia flying business class on Emirates. Also included is a Russian river cruise.
I saw an ad for this comp during Melb Cup coverage. I don't think a codeword is req'd. I got the T&Cs from Channel 7.
CHANNEL SEVEN
Emirates Melbourne Cup Carnival Game of Chance Competition
Terms and Conditions
By entering the Emirates Melbourne Cup Carnival Game of Chance Competition (the “Competition”), you are agreeing to the following terms and conditions:
1.STANDARD TERMS
1.1.Information on how to enter forms part of the terms of entry.
2.WHO CAN ENTER?
2.1.Subject to clause 2.2, entry is open to all residents of Australia aged 18 years of age or older where the Channel Seven signal is received.
2.2.Employees and their immediate families of Seven Network (Operations) Limited, Emirates and MNET Group Ltd, and their associated agencies and companies are not eligible to enter.
3.HOW TO ENTER
3.1.The Competition commences on Sunday 9 October 2011 @ 00:01 AEDT and concludes on Sunday 6 November 2011 @ 23:59 AEDT (“Competition Period”).
3.2.Entrants must watch Channel Seven throughout the Competition Period wherein a Competition spot will air from time to time in commercial airtime.
3.3.The Competition spot will invite viewers to enter the Competition. To enter entrants must register their vote by sending an
SMS to 1977 1717, noting their full name, suburb and state.3.4.SMS entrants can enter as many times as they like, but may not use computer generated “scripting” for multiple entries (which will be deemed invalid).
3.5.Entries must be received by Sunday 6 November 2011 at 23:59 (AEDT) and in the form stipulated in clause 3.1 to be included in the Major prize draw.
3.6.For SMS entrants, the time of entry will be the time the SMS message is received by the Competition database.
3.7.The maximum entry cost for viewers in all states is $0.55 (including GST). Each SMS entry will be charged at premium rate, namely $0.55 (including GST), which covers the entry and the reply message in which entrants will receive after entering.
3.8.Entry details remain the property of the promoter and will not be returned to the entrant. The winners agree to grant the promoter a perpetual and non-exclusive licence to use their entries in all media worldwide and the winners will not be entitled to any fee for such use.
3.9.All entrants must be aged 18 years of age or older to enter.
4.PRIZES
4.1.There will be one (1) winner who will receive the prize set out below.
[ number ][ full details ][ RRP ]
1 x Major Prize
Trip for two (2) consisting of:
•Return Business Class tickets on Emirates departing from winner’s nearest capital city of Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane or Perth flying into St Petersburg, and departing from Moscow, Russia. Tickets valued at $9,516 each (inc Russian departure tax) – Total flight prize valued at $19,032 based on high season fares and taxes correct as at 12th September.
oPrize Includes Government departure taxes and service charges;
oDomestic flights / transfers will not be provided if the winner leaves outside of the four Emirates ports i.e. If the winner is from SA, ACT, TAS or NT.
oTravel is valid from May to September 2012 and flights are subject to availability at the time of booking, noting July travel periods will be limited.
oChauffeur drive to and from airport are not included within the prize.
(All associated taxes, flight and airline charges are included)
•Twelve Day / Eleven Night Russian Waterways cruise for two (2) - St Petersburg to Moscow (or reverse). Prize Value: $13,980 based on two people.
oTwin share accommodation in Category D Superior Window Stateroom on board the MS AmaKaterina.
oIncludes 32 meals, airport transfers at the destination, tipping, excursions and entertainment.
oTravel is valid from May – September 2012 in conjunction with Australian Pacific Touring’s availability
oNon refundable or exchangeable for cash.
Exclusions:
oVisa to enter Russia is at the winner’s own expense – Australians require a visa to enter Russia.
oWinner must make their own way to Perth, Sydney, Brisbane or Melbourne International airports in order to meet their Emirates flight. The Emirates prize does not include the cost the winner may incur to travel to these international airports.
oThe prize cannot be taken in conjunction with any other Emirates Airline offer. Emirates Skywards Miles cannot be incurred on these tickets.
oThe winner needs to present the original letter announcing their success when redeeming flight tickets – the letter will be forwarded to the winner. This is a validity issue to ensure the recipient of the flight(s) and accommodation is the actual winner of the competition.
$19,032AUD
$13,980AUD
Maximum Prize value $33,012AUD
Total Combined Prize Value is: $33,012 (including GST). Prize value is based upon the recommended retail prices and is correct as of 12 September 2011. The Promoter accepts no responsibility for any change in prize value between now and the ultimate travel date. The winner is not entitled to receive any money or compensation from any party if there is a difference between the maximum prize value and the actual prize value at the time of the draw.
4.2.No elements of the prize(s) are transferrable or exchangeable for cash. Winners should seek independent financial advice about any tax implications that may arise from the prize winnings.
4.3.Unless expressly stated in these terms and conditions all other expenses become the responsibility of the winner. The winner (and their companion) are responsible for all expenses including but not limited to spending money (other than that specified), transfers, meals (other than that specified), drinks (other than that specified), incidentals, mini-bar, laundry, room service, telephone calls, activities, insurance, energy surcharges, gratuities, services charges and all other ancillary costs. A credit card imprint or cash deposit may be required from the winner at check-in to the hotel, for all incidental charges. The winner and travelling companion are responsible for obtaining a current passport and visas before time of travel if required Travel insurance is compulsory and at the expense of the winner. Winner will be required to sign a liability waiver form to accept the prize
4.4.Flights leave from the winner’s nearest capital city of Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane or Perth. The winner and their travelling companion must travel together on the same flight. If the winner is from South Australia, Tasmania, ACT or Northern Territory, connecting flights from the capital cities in these states to the nearest flight departure capital city will not be included in the prize package for the winner and travelling companion. Transfers within Australia to and from the winner’s nearest airport are not included in the prize.
4.5.Travel and accommodation will be arranged by the winner contacting the licensed Travel Agent nominated by the Promoter to the winner. Once booked any changes made to the booking may incur a cancellation fee or amendment fee, at the cost of the Winner.
4.6.The winner and their travelling companion are responsible for all other expenses other than those specified in the prize details.
4.7.The major prize is valid for two people (2 adults). Travel and accommodation is only valid between May to September 2012, subject to availability at time of booking and at least 4 weeks’ notice must be given prior to desired travel dates. Flights and river cruise are subject to availability at the time of booking, are non-transferable non-reroutable, non-encashable and cannot be exchanged for other destinations. If the winner and their travelling companion wish to extend their trip they will be able to do so at their own expense. Embargo restrictions apply during certain periods. Any alterations to confirmed flights and/or accommodation details will be at the expense of the winner.
4.8.In the event an element of the prize outlined in the above is called off or postponed for any reason, the Promoter may in its absolute discretion provide a similar prize of equal or greater value
4.9.The accommodation type offered for each prize is specified in clause 4.1.
4.10.In participating in the prizes, the winners agree to participate and co-operate as required in all editorial activities relating to the Competition, including but not limited to being interviewed and photographed. The winners (and their companion) agree to grant the Promoter a perpetual and exclusive licence to use such footage and photographs in all media worldwide and the winners (and their companion) will not be entitled to any fee for such use.
4.11.The winners agree they will not (and will ensure that their companion does not) sell or otherwise provide their story and/or photographs to any media or other organisation.
4.12.Winners should seek independent financial advice about any tax implications that may arise from the prize winnings.
4.13.Full details of prizes can be obtained by telephoning the Seven Network in each state on Sydney 02 8777 7777; Melbourne 03 9697 7777; Adelaide 08 8342 7777; Brisbane 07 3369 7777; Perth 08 9344 0777.
5.HOW TO WIN
5.1There will be one (1) Major Prize winner. All entrants who have entered the competition within the Competition Period, and registered in accordance with these terms and conditions (“Qualifying Entrant”) will be included in the national pool of Qualifying Entrants for the draw.
5.2There will be one (1) Major Prize winner drawn from the national pool of Qualifying Entrants, who have entered the promotion within Competition Period, at 10:30 (AEDT) on Monday 7 November 2011. The draw will take place at MNET Group Ltd, Level 1, 16 Anster Street, Adelaide SA 5000.
5.3The winner will be notified by a phone call within two (2) working days of the draw and will also receive a letter advising them of their prize. The winners’ details will be published in the Public Notes section of The Australian newspaper on Monday 14 November 2011.
5.4The Promoter may in its absolute discretion deem entries invalid subsequently to a winner being notified or a winner’s name being announced if it is discovered that the winner did not enter the competition in accordance with these Terms and Conditions. In these circumstances, an additional draw will be conducted. The Promoter’s decision is final and the Promoter will not enter into correspondence regarding the result.
5.5It is a condition of accepting the prize that the winners must comply with all the conditions of use of the prize and Prize Suppliers’ requirements.
5.6It is a condition of accepting the prize that the winner may be required to sign a legal release in a form determined by the promoter in its absolute discretion.
5.7Subject to state government legislation, an unclaimed prize draw will take place at MNET Group Ltd, Level 1, 16 Anster Street, Adelaide SA 5000, on Tuesday 7 February 2012 at 10:00 (AEDT) and winners will notified in writing and winner’s details will be published in the Public Notices section of The Australian newspaper on Monday 13 February 2012.
6.NO LIABILITY
6.1In the case of the intervention of any outside act, agent or event which prevents or significantly hinders the Promoter’s ability to proceed with the Competition on the dates and in the manner described in these terms and conditions, including but not limited to vandalism, power failures, tempests, natural disasters, acts of God, civil unrest, strike, war, act of terrorism, the Promoter may in its absolute discretion cancel the Competition and recommence it from the start on the same conditions, subject to state government legislation.
6.2Seven Network (Operations) Limited & affiliates, Emirates and their associated agencies and companies will take no responsibility for prizes damaged or lost in transit, or late, lost or misdirected mail.
6.3Seven Network (Operations) Limited & affiliates, Emirates and their associated agencies and companies will not be liable for any misadventure, accident, injury, loss (including but not limited to consequential loss) or claim that may occur:
a)during the judging;
b)whilst undertaking any travel won on or connected with their entry into the Competition; or
c)in the participation in any prize;
d)as a consequence of late, lost or misdirected mail;
e)due to the broadcast of any program relating to the Competition or the publication of any material, including any statements made by any compere, staff member, journalist, other entrants or any other person.
f)in relation to failure of an SMS entry message to be received by the Promoter on account of technical problems or traffic congestion;
g)in relation to any damage or loss to Entrant’s or any other person’s computer software, computer equipment or internet connection resulting from or related to participation in this Competition;
h)any variation in Prize value to that stated in these Terms and Conditions;
i)any technical difficulties, technical errors or equipment malfunction (whether or not under the Promoter’s control); or
j)any error, omission, interruption, deletion, delay, defect, theft, unauthorised access or third party interference.
6.4The Promoter and its sponsors and its franchisees and their associated agencies and companies exclude all liability (including negligence) for any personal injury; or any loss or damage (including loss of opportunity) whether direct, indirect, special or consequential, arising in any way of the Competition.
6.5The Promoter reserves the right to reasonably amend or vary these terms and conditions at its sole discretion, orally or in writing, for the purpose of Seven’s programming, scheduling or production requirements.
6.6Entries via internet or computer generation will be deemed invalid and will not be accepted by the promoter.
6.7Seven Network (Operations) Limited, Emirates and MNET Group Ltd, and their associated agencies and companies assume no responsibility for any error, omission, interruption, deletion, defect, delay in operation or transmission, communications line failure, theft or destruction or unauthorized access to, or alteration of entries, and reserves the right to take any action that may be available.
6.8If for any reason this Competition is not capable of running as planned, due to causes including but not limited to tampering, unauthorized intervention, fraud, technical failures or any other causes beyond the control of the Promoter which corrupt or affect the administration security, fairness, integrity or proper conduct of this Competition, the Promoter reserves the right in its sole discretion to disqualify any individual who tampers with the entry process, take any action that may be available, and to cancel, terminate, modify or suspend the Competition subject to state government regulations.
7.PROMOTER’S DETAILS
7.1.The Promoter is Seven Network (Operations) Limited (ABN 65 052 845 262) of Level 2, 38-42 Pirrama Road, Pyrmont, NSW 2009.
7.2.The Sponsor is Emirates (ABN 81 073 569 696) of Level 10, 1 York Street, Sydney NSW 2000.
7.3.Entry details remain the property of the Promoter. MNET Group Limited, on behalf of Seven Network (Operations) Limited (ABN 65 052 845 262) and its related entities (“Seven Network”), is collecting the entrant's personal information for the purpose of conducting and promoting this Competition (including but not limited to determining and notifying winners), and, if you consent, for the purpose of Seven Network sending you promotional and direct marketing material in relation to Seven Network’s programs and products and services available through Seven Network and its business partners. The entrant may request access to his or her personal information by writing to Privacy Officer, MNET Group Limited, Level 1, 16 Anster Street, Adelaide, South Australia 5000 or e-mailing
privacy@mnetcorporation.com7.4.If any entrant wishes to receive information about Emirates products, offers and promotions (including via electronic means) from Emirates, entrants can reply to the opt-in SMS reply message. In using the personal information of entrants who reply to the opt-in SMS reply message for the purposes set out above, Emirates may disclose the information to its related bodies corporate, agencies and contractors (including call centres, advertising agencies and direct mail houses). By entering this opt-in you also agree to Seven Network sharing your personal information with the Sponsor, and you acknowledge that the Sponsor is solely responsible for its use of that information in accordance with their privacy policy found at
http://www.emirates.com/au/english/sitetools/privacy_policy.aspx7.5.VIC permit number: 11/2132, SA permit number: T11/2124, NSW permit number: LTPS/11/09114, ACT Permit Number: TP 11/04071.
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