1. By signing the entry form or registering online, entrants acknowledge they have read, understood and agreed to these terms and conditions.

2. The 2011 Wrest Point International Masters Golf Championship (‘The Championship’) shall be under the management and control of the Tournament Committee, whose decision on all matters relating to the Championship will be final.

3. The Championship will be a 72 hole single stableford event. ‘A’ grade golfers will also be eligible to compete for a 72 hole ‘gross’ event. Competition rounds will be conducted on Monday 10 January, Tuesday 11 January, Thursday 13 January and Friday 14 January 2011.

4. Golfers will be drawn to play at both host courses. Course allocations will be notified with the official program posted out on 22 December 2010. All golfers will be drawn to play two morning and two afternoon rounds. A separate draw for playing partners will be conducted for each round. We can provide you with the same start times each day as your friends but cannot guarantee the same courses.

5. The event age categories for both men and women will be: 35 – 49, 50 – 59, 60+ and 70+ (men only)
    Note: Players must be within the appropriate age category as at the first day of play – Monday 10 January 2011.

6. Within each age category, the handicap divisions for the tournament will be:
    Men A grade 0 to 12; B grade 13 to 18; C grade 19 to 30
    Ladies A grade 0 to 18; B grade 19 to 40
    Players with higher handicaps must play off the maximum permitted handicap.

7. Competitors must have an official handicap. (endorsed by Golf Australia or the international equivalent) Your slope handicap index will be converted to a tournament handicap at tournament registration. Players must present at tournament registration a current handicap card signed after 3 January 2011 by an authorised club official. Print-outs from GolfLink and approved handicap web sites will also be accepted.

8. Handicap adjustments (reductions only) will be made after each tournament round for players scoring better than the course rating.

9. Trophies for the 72 hole event will be awarded to the 1st, 2nd and 3rd placegetters in each age/handicap division. Winners are determined by the highest aggregate of stableford points over the four competition rounds. Trophies will be awarded to the winner of the 72 hole single stroke ‘gross’ event in each age division. Players may only win one trophy.

10. Go Golfing has approved the use of distance measuring devices at the Wrest Point International Masters. Go Golfing recommends the new SureShot GPS and has a special offer exclusive to tournament entrants.

11. All events will be conducted in accordance with the rules of golf and such local rules as approved by the tournament committee.

12. In the event that weather conditions prevent all players from finishing their round, that competition round will be cancelled and the Championship reduced accordingly. If the course you are scheduled to play is closed or players complete less than 12 holes, golfers in that draw will receive a voucher for a round of golf (voucher valid for 12 months).

13. A deposit of A$200 must accompany each entry. The balance of all fees must be paid before 18 December 2010. The Tournament Committee reserves the right to refuse entry should capacity be exceeded.

14. Refund applications received in writing before 18 December 2010 will be subject to a $30 administration charge. Cancellations between 18 December and 8 January will incur a $100 cancellation fee. No refunds will be processed for cancellations after 8 January. Note: Refunds on accommodation will be subject to the standard terms and conditions of the accommodation property.

15. Entry applications with minimum deposit payment received before 15 September 2010 will receive a $50 discount on the full entry fee, one dozen Callaway ‘Diablo’ golf balls (issued at registration) and a bonus entry in the major prize draw.

16. The major prize draw will be conducted in the Tasman Room at Wrest Point at approximately 9:00pm on Friday 14 January 2011.

17. All prizes will be distributed in accordance with the rules of amateur golf status.

18. Go Golfing may arrange media promotion and publicity before, during and after the Championship. Competitors assent to pictures of them appearing and being used for purposes determined by Go Golfing.

19. The tournament committee may at its discretion amend or add any condition of the Championship.

20. By signing the Indemnity Disclaimer on the tournament entry form or registering online, competitors agree to participate in the Wrest Point International Masters Golf Championship at their own risk. The tournament committee, Go Golfing, sponsors, host golf clubs and other suppliers of goods and services accept no liability for any death, injury, property loss or damage incurred during or arising out of any aspect of the conduct of the Championship.