http://www.essentialkids.com.au/win/family-trip-to-hawaiiCelebrate our 1st birthday with a trip to Hawaii
It’s Essential Kids’ first birthday, and to celebrate, we’ve teamed up with Hawaii Tourism to give you and your family the chance to win a family holiday to Hawaii, flying with Hawaiian Airlines, staying at the beautiful Kaanapali Beach Hotel in Maui, inclusive of return flights.
To go into the draw, join our treasure hunt across our favourite spots on Essential Kids.
We have hidden 16 EK logos (complete with party hats) amongst our recipes, craft ideas, activities and most recent articles. Can you find them?
They look like this:
To enter this dreamy competition all you have to do is complete the form below and locate three of the 16 logos hidden amongst the articles on the Essential Kids site. (The birthday logo at the top left of each page, and the demonstrative logos on our homepage, birthday page and this page don't count.) Copy the link of the page where you spotted the birthday logo and paste it in the space provided on the form below. Simple!
We will give you a hint – start on the Essential Kids homepage and look around the articles and links you can see from there. (Please note there are NO Birthday logos hidden in the Essential Kids’ Forums).Happy hunting!
Competition starts Thursday 1/11/12 at 9:00am
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ESSENTIALKIDS.COM.AU
Essential Kids' 1st Birthday - Win a family trip to Hawaii
TERMS AND CONDITIONS Information on how to enter forms part of the terms of entry. Entry into the competition is deemed acceptance of these terms and conditions.
Entry is open to all residents of Australia who are 18 years of age or over. However, employees and their immediate families of Fairfax Media Publications Pty Limited, Salmat Digital Pty Limited and their associated agencies and companies are not eligible to enter.
The competition commences on Thursday 1st November, 2012 at 00:01 (AEDT)
and concludes on Friday 30th November, 2012 at 23:59 (AEDT). The competition will be advertised on
www.essentialkids.com.au To enter, participants must log onto
http://www.essentialkids.com.au and register their details including (but not limited to) full name, post code, telephone number, email address and then locate three (3) of the sixteen (16) birthday logos hidden amongst the articles on
www.essentialkids.com.au and copy the links of the pages where the birthday logo is spotted onto the entry form.
Illegible, incomprehensible and incomplete entries will be deemed invalid.
Entrants in the competition may enter once per subscription. The Promoter reserves the right to request winners to provide proof of identity; proof of residency at the nominated prize delivery address and/or proof of entry validity (including proof of Fairfax Media digital membership) in order to claim a prize. Proof of identification, residency and entry considered suitable for verification is at the discretion of the Promoter. In the event that a winner cannot provide suitable proof, the winner will forfeit the prize in whole and no substitute will be offered.
The Promoter reserves the right to verify the validity of entries and to disqualify any entry which, in the opinion of the Promoter, includes objectionable content, profanity, potentially insulting, inflammatory or defamatory statements, disqualify any entrant who tampers with the entry process, who submits an entry that is not in accordance with these terms and conditions of entry or who has, in the opinion of the Promoter, engaged in conduct in entering the promotion which is fraudulent, misleading, deceptive or generally damaging to the goodwill or reputation of the promotion and/or the Promoter. The Promoter reserves the right to disqualify a winner if the Promoter becomes aware that the winner and/or the winner's entry is of a type described in this clause.
Entries must be received by 23:59 (AEDT) on Friday 30th November, 2012. The time of entry will in each case be the time the subscription is received by the Promoter. The Promoter accepts no responsibility for any late, lost or misdirected entries not received by the Promoter, or delays in the delivery due to technical disruptions, network congestion or for any other reason.
Any entry that is made on behalf of an entrant by a third party will be invalid.
Service not available from payphones. The cost of accessing the promotional website will be dependent on the entrant's individual Internet Service Provider.
There will be One (1) major winner. The major prize includes:
Hawaii Prize Package (1 available)-
Two (2) x return economy class adult tickets & Two (2) x return economy class kids tickets (11yrs and under) on HAWAIIAN AIRLINES between Sydney and Maui via Honolulu including taxes. Valued at AUD$10,143.00 +AUD$1,360.00 taxes.
Seven (7) nights in a Partial Ocean View Room at Kaanapali Beach Hotel, Maui for a family of 4 (2 adults & 2 children). Valued up to a maximum of AUD $2100.00 (US$2135.00)
Round-trip Transfers between Kahului Airport and Kaanapali Resort Area valid for Four (4) Passengers. Valued up to a maximum of AUD $177.00 (US$180.00) (approx. as at 8 October, 2012)
Four (4) x return economy class tickets from the winners nearest Australian capital city to Sydney (connecting with international Hawaiian Airlines flights. Includes all airline and airport taxes. Valued at AUD $635.00
One (1) night accommodation for four (4) passengers at Sydney Airport in a family share room (this night is on the return home as no connecting flights are available to any Australian capital city). Valued at AUD$450.00
Total maximum prize pool is up to AUD $14,865.00. (Including GST) Prizes cannot be transferred, exchanged or redeemed for cash.
Desired travel dates must be communicated to Hawaii Tourism Oceania representative.
The prize cannot be altered in any way, is non-refundable, cannot be redeemed for cash and cannot be taken in parts.
Prize is subject to booking and flight, accommodation transfer availability.
The prize winner and their companion must depart from and return to the same departure point and travel together on the same dates/times.
Travel arrangements will be made by a designated Hawaii Tourism Oceania representative whose decisions regarding the itinerary are final.
Fights, accommodation and transfers are subject to availability at the time of booking and embargo periods. The prize cannot be exchanged for other destinations and there will be no credit given if the full value of prize is not utilised.
Once booked, any changes made to the booking may incur a cancellation fee or amendment fee, at the cost of the winner. The winner of the prize (and their travel companions) will not accrue any frequent flyer points from taking the prize.
If any prize (or part of any prize) is unavailable, Hawaii Tourism Oceania, in its discretion, reserves the right to substitute the prize (or that part of the prize) with a prize of equal value and/or specification, subject to any written directions from a regulatory authority.
Prizes cannot be transferred to another person. Prizes are provided ‘as is' and without any warranty of any kind.
Seats are subject to availability. We suggest you make your reservation as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Entire travel must be completed by 30th November 2013. Airline travel is NOT permitted during the following period: 15th December, 2012-20th January 2013, 20th March 2013-28th April 2013, 29th June 2012-14th July 2013 & 10th September 2013-15th October, 2013.
Travel dates need to be booked and ticketed by 19th December 2012. When ready to redeem your prize, please contact Hawaii Tourism Oceania on (02) 9286 8951 or
info@hawaiitourism.com.au.
Visitors to the USA will need to apply for a Visa Waiver via the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) prior to travelling to the United States. A fee will apply to new ESTA applications and renewals payable by credit or debit card at
https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov.
The winner and their companion are responsible for all other expenses including spending money, meals (unless specified), drinks, transfers (unless specified), laundry charges, activities (unless specified), incidentals, taxes (excluding departure and any other flight associated taxes included within the prize), energy surcharges, gratuities, services charges, passports, visas, travel insurance and all other ancillary costs. Travel insurance is highly recommended to protect against the additional costs incurred in the event of unforeseen circumstances.
The winner and travelling companion must travel at the same time, must depart from the same capital city and are responsible for transport from their residence to their nearest capital city for flight departure (Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide or Perth). The prize must be taken by 30th November 2013 and is subject to hotel and flight availability. The prize is not available during peak times such as public holidays and school holidays (if applicable) and cannot be changed once the booking has been made.
Air tickets are available on the regular scheduled services of each airline and are subject to seasonal embargos. Flight itinerary may have to be adjusted depending on the airlines departure city and their current flight schedule. Frequent Flyer points are not available from any airline.
Room accommodations are Partial Ocean View.
Reservations are for family of 4 – 2 adults and 2 children 11 and younger. Reservations are subject to availability – some restrictions apply.
Rooms provide bedding for up to four people and children under 11 years of age using the existing bedding will be allowed. Rollaways are extra.
Accommodation black-out dates are February 13th -25th, 2013, June 16th – 21st August, 2013 and December 21st, 2012- January 4th, 2013.
The winner and their must present original accommodation gift certificate at check-in. Certificate is redeemable for applicable room and taxes only and has no cash value.
Complimentary rooms are subject to a daily US$10.00 State tax. The recipient of this certificate will be required to pay this tax upon check out.
Transfers: Round-trip Transfers between Kahului Airport and Kaanapali resort area valid for Four (4) Passengers. At least two (2) weeks' notice prior to redeeming the transfer certificate is required. Each passenger is entitled to have two (2) pieces of baggage. There will be an additional charge for sports equipment, band instruments, bicycles (must be in a container), surfboards (maximum length of 6 feet), and other unusual size baggage that require special handling.
A credit card imprint or cash deposit may be required from the winner at check-in to the hotel, for all incidental charges. Once accommodation vouchers are issued they are non-changeable.
It is the traveller's personal responsibility to ensure that they have valid documentation, including but not limited to valid passports and visas, which meet the requirements of immigration and other government authorities at every destination. Any fines, penalties, payments or expenditures incurred as a result of such documents not meeting the requirements of those authorities will be the sole responsibility of the traveller/s.
Fairfax Media limited and Salmat Digital Pty Limited make no representation as to the safety, conditions or other issues that may exist at any destination. International travel advice can be obtained from various sources, including government, local consular offices and the web site of the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.
Unless expressly stated in these terms and conditions all other expenses become the responsibility of the winner and their companion.
If the prize is unavailable, for whatever reason, the Promoter reserves the right to substitute the prize for a prize of equal or greater value, subject to State Regulation.
The Promoter reserves the right to refuse to allow a winner to take part in any or all aspects of the prize, if the Promoter determines, in their absolute discretion, that a winner is not in the mental or physical condition necessary to be able to safely participate in the prize. It 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.
Once prizes have left the Promoter's premises, the Promoter takes no responsibility for prizes damaged, delayed or lost in transit.
By accepting the prize, the winner agrees to participate in and co-operate as required with all reasonable media editorial requests relating to the prize, including but not limited to, being interviewed and photographed, filmed and/or chaperoned throughout the duration of the prize.
In consideration for the Promoter awarding the prize to the winner, the winner hereby permits the winner's image and/or voice, as recorded, photographed or filmed during the winner's participation in the prize to appear in connection with Fairfax Media Limited or the advertising or marketing thereof, in any media whatsoever throughout the world and the winner will not be entitled to any fee for such use.
In the event that for any reason whatsoever a winner does not take an element of the prize at the time stipulated by the Promoter then that element of the prize will be forfeited by the winner and cash will not be awarded in lieu of that element of the prize.
Prize values are based upon the recommended retail prices at the time of printing (inclusive of GST). The Promoter accepts no responsibility for change in prize value between now and the ultimate prize redemption date.
Independent financial advice should be sought as tax implications may arise as a result of accepting the prize.
Each valid entrant who has entered the competition over the duration of the promotional period will be entered into the draw. One valid entrant will be drawn at random to become the winner. The draw will take place at Salmat Digital Pty Limited, Level 2, 116 Miller Street, North Sydney NSW 2060, on Tuesday 4th December, 2012 (AEDT).
If any particular draw is scheduled on a public holiday, the draw will be conducted on the following business day.
The winners will be notified within two days of the draw and will be notified of their prize in writing. Winners of prizes valued over $250 will have their details published in the Public Notices section of The Australian Financial Review newspaper on Wednesday 12th December, 2012.
Prizes will be awarded to the person named in the entry. However, in a dispute, will be awarded to the account holder of the entry mechanism used to submit their entry. (i.e. Fairfax Media digital membership account holder).
Should an entrant's contact details change during the promotional period, it is the entrant's responsibility to notify the Promoter. A request to access or modify any information provided in an entry should be directed to the Promoter.
Subject to any direction given under relevant State legislation, an unclaimed prize draw will take place at Salmat Digital Pty Limited, Level 2, 116 Miller Street, North Sydney NSW 2060 on Thursday 13th December, 2012 at 10:00 (AEDT).
All attempts will be made to contact the winners. The winners will be notified of their prize via phone and in writing within two days of the draw.
Winners of prizes valued over $250 will have their details published in the Public Notices section of The Australian Financial Review newspaper on Tuesday 18th December, 2012.
The Promoter's decision is final and the Promoter will not enter into correspondence regarding the competition result.
It is a condition of accepting the prize that the winner must comply with all the conditions of use of the prize and the prize supplier's requirements.
It 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.
In 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 any written directions given under State Regulation.
The Promoter shall not be liable for any loss or damage whatsoever which is suffered (including but not limited to indirect or consequential loss) or for any personal injury suffered or sustained in connection with any prize except for any liability which cannot be excluded by law. The Promoter is not responsible for any incorrect or inaccurate information, either caused by the phone user or for any of the equipment or programming associated with or utilised in this competition, or for any technical error, or any combination thereof that may occur in the course of the administration of this competition including any omission, interruption, deletion, defect, delay in operation or transmission, communications line or telephone, mobile or satellite network failure, theft or destruction or unauthorised access to or alteration of entries.
The Promoter shall not be liable for any loss or damage whatsoever which is suffered (including but not limited to indirect or consequential loss) or for any personal injury suffered or sustained in connection with the prize except for any liability, which cannot be excluded by law. The Promoter will not be responsible for any incorrect, inaccurate or incomplete information communicated in the course of or in connection with this promotion if the deficiency is occasioned by any cause outside the reasonable control of the Promoter including without limitation technical malfunctions or failures. It 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.
The Promoter reserves the right in its sole discretion to disqualify any individual who the Promoter has reason to believe has breached any of these conditions, or engaged in any unlawful or other improper misconduct calculated to jeopardise the fair and proper conduct of the promotion. The Promoter's legal rights to recover damages or other compensation from such an offender are reserved.
Fairfax Media Limited, Salmat Digital Pty Limited 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 unauthorised access to, or alteration of entries, and reserves the right to take any action that may be available.
If for any reason this competition is not capable of running as planned, including due to infection by computer virus, bugs, tampering, unauthorised intervention, fraud, technical failures or any causes beyond the control of the Promoter, which corrupt or affect the administration, security, fairness or integrity or proper conduct of this promotion, 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 any written direction given under State Regulation.
All entries become the property of the Promoter. The Promoter collects personal information about you to enable you to participate in this promotion but no further use of this information will be made without prior consent.
By entering the promotion, unless otherwise advised, each entrant also agrees that the Promoter may use this information, in any media for future promotional, marketing and publicity purposes without any further reference, payment or other compensation to the entrant, including sending the entrant electronic messages.
Fairfax Media Limited is collecting the entrant's personal information for the purpose of conducting and promoting this competition (including but not limited to determining and notifying the winner). The entrant's personal information may be disclosed to Salmat Digital Pty Limited for this purpose. The entrant's personal information may be disclosed for the purpose of delivery of the prize to the winners. If you are not willing for this to occur you cannot participate in the promotion.
Entrants' personal information may be disclosed to State and Territory lottery departments and winners' names published as required under the relevant lottery legislation. For purposes of public statements and advertisements the Promoter will only publish the winner's surname, initial and state. A request to access, update or correct any information should be directed to the Promoter.
The Promoter is Fairfax Media Limited, (ABN: 33 003 357 720) of Level 1, 1 Darling Island Road, Pyrmont, NSW, 2009.
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