General Rules
- The adjudicator’s decision is final at no time should anyone approach or disrupt the adjudicator in any way, including lunch and dinner breaks
- This is a no protest eisteddfod the adjudicators decision is FINAL.
- This eisteddfod is open to amateurs only.
- The committee reserves the right to amend, refuse or cancel sections where insufficient entries are received. Sections may be combined at the discretion of the committee where insufficient entries are received.
- Competitors must be ready to compete in the section and order in which their name appears in the program, and must report backstage or to the official prior to the commencement of the section.
- Competitors will NOT be permitted to perform out of section. No person may take another person’s place in the program.
- All competitors should avoid song lyrics or performance pieces that include words or subject matter that would be considered offensive or inappropriate for a family setting. Competitors using unacceptable lyrics, words or subject matter may be disqualified.
- Competitors must enter and compete in their own age group only.
- All entries must be received by 11th February 2012. Late entries will be accepted until 18th February at additional cost of $2 per section.
- Refunds will not be made after entries have been received.
- Cheques and money orders should be made payable to Illawarra Region Eisteddfod.
- Direct deposits are to be made to BSB ACC and copy of deposit receipt must accompany the entry form.
- The promotion or sale of any products is prohibited at the eisteddfod unless authorised by the committee
- Mobile phones must be switched off in the auditorium and in the citadel.
- No responsibility is taken for any injuries or lost property of anyone present at the Eisteddfod and entry to the eisteddfod is acknowledgement of acceptance of all rules and conditions.
- Smoking is NOT permitted in the grounds or on the school premises anywhere.
- The Eisteddfod Committee would appreciate any donation toward prizes. This could be in the form of money or prizes. Donations will be acknowledged in the program, provided it is received one month prior to the closing date of entries. A portion of funds raised from this eisteddfod support projects for Smiths Hill High School.
- The use of recorded and or sheet music is subject to copyright legislation. This eisteddfod will adhere to all copyright laws. For more information go to www.apra-amcos.com.au
- PROPS must be kept to a minimum to avoid delays between items. No props made of glass or china, No liquids, naked flames (candles/matches) or any hazardous materials will be permitted on stage.