Terms & Conditions

Cairns Show Wine Awards – Terms and Conditions

Organiser: Cairns Show Association

These Terms and Conditions apply to all entries submitted for the Cairns Show Wine Awards. By entering the competition, entrants agree to be bound by the following terms:

1. Eligibility

• The competition is open to Australian wineries, winemakers, and producers who are legally permitted to produce and sell wine in Australia.

• All wine entries must be produced and bottled in Australia.

• Wines must be available for sale to the public by June 2025 to qualify.

2. Entry Requirements

• All entries must be submitted using the official entry form, either online or in hard copy.

• Each entry must be complete, accurate, and accompanied by full payment of the applicable entry fee.

• A minimum of two (2) x 750ml bottles per entry must be submitted for judging.

• All entries must be received by the submission deadline: Friday 20th May 2025.

3. Entry Fees

• The entry fee is $40.50 (incl. GST) per wine.

• All fees must be paid in full at the time of submission.

• Entry fees are non-refundable unless the wine is withdrawn prior to the judging date and has not been submitted for judging.

• Refunds must be requested in writing via email to the Cairns Show Office.

4. Judging

• Judging is conducted by an independent panel of qualified judges.

• Judging is blind and based on merit. Judges’ decisions are final and no correspondence will be entered into.

• Wines are judged against a standard, not against one another.

• Trophies and medals may be awarded at the discretion of the judging panel.

5. Awards and Results

• Winners will be announced at the Cairns Show and published in official communications including, but not limited to, the Show website, social media, printed catalogues, and media releases.

• Medals and certificates will be issued to winning entries following the event.

6. Delivery of Wines

• Entrants are responsible for all shipping costs and ensuring wine entries arrive by the stated deadline.

• Wines must be delivered to:
  Cairns Show Association – Wine Awards
  109-127 Mulgrave Road, Paramatta Park QLD 4870
  By: Tuesday 10th June 2025.

7. Use of Information

• By entering, participants consent to the use of their winery/business name, wine details, and awards results for promotional purposes by the Cairns Show Association.

• Personal details will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy and the Australian Privacy Principles.

8. Liability

• The Cairns Show Association is not responsible for lost, delayed, or damaged entries.

• All care is taken in the handling and storage of wines, but no responsibility is accepted for accidental damage, breakage, or spoilage.

9. Withdrawal of Entries

• If a wine is withdrawn after submission but before judging, the entrant must notify the Cairns Show Association in writing. Entry fees may be refunded at the organiser’s discretion if the wine has not yet been judged.

• No refunds will be issued after judging has commenced.

  
  

10. General Conditions

• The Cairns Show Association reserves the right to cancel or modify any aspect of the competition, including these Terms and Conditions, at any time.

• Failure to comply with these terms may result in disqualification.

Contact Us
Cairns Show Association
Phone: (07) 4042 6630
Email: inof@cairnswineawards.com.au
Website: https://cairnsshow.com.au/cairns-show-wine-awards/

Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy – Cairns Show Wine Awards Entrants

The Cairns Show Association is committed to protecting the privacy of all entrants participating in the Cairns Show Wine Awards. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and disclose personal information provided through the entry process.

1. What Information We Collect

We may collect the following information from entrants:

• Name and contact details (e.g., name, phone number, email address)

• Winery/business name and address

• ABN (if applicable)

• Details about wine entries (e.g., variety, vintage, classification)

• Payment information related to entry fees

  
  

2. How We Collect Information

We collect information directly from you when:

• You complete and submit an entry form (online or paper)

• You contact us via phone, email, or through our website

• You make a payment or request a refund related to your entry

  
  

3. Purpose of Collection

Your personal and business information is collected for the purpose of:

• Processing and managing your entry into the Wine Awards

• Communicating event updates, results, and relevant information

• Publishing award results (winery name, wine details, and award status) in marketing materials and media releases

• Administrative and operational needs of the Cairns Show Wine Awards

We will not use your personal information for any unrelated purpose without your consent.

4. Disclosure of Information

We may disclose your information to:

• Wine Awards judges and stewards (for operational purposes only)

• Media partners (for award result publication, limited to winery name and wine details)

• Payment processors and IT service providers, strictly for entry fee processing or administrative purposes

We will not sell or rent your information to third parties.

5. Storage and Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from misuse, loss, unauthorized access, modification, or disclosure. This includes secure storage (digital and physical) and access control measures.

6. Access and Correction

You have the right to access the personal information we hold about you and request corrections if it is inaccurate or outdated. To request access or correction, please contact us using the details below.

7. Retention of Information

We retain your information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purpose it was collected for, or as required by law.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to access, correct, or lodge a complaint about your personal information, please contact:

Cairns Show Association

Phone: (07) 4042 6630
Email: info@cairnswineawards.com.au
Address: PO Box 811, Bungalow QLD 4870