Studio Woodworkers Australia Symposium – Terms and Conditions

1. Registration and Payment

• All registrations must be completed through the official event website at [https://studiowoodworkers.org.au/symposium-2025/]
• Payment must be made in full at the time of registration.
• Your place at the symposium is confirmed once payment is received in full and you have received a confirmation email.

2. Cancellation by Attendees

• All cancellation requests must be submitted in writing via email to: chair@studiowoodworkers.org.au
• Where we receive a cancellation request more than 14 days before the event, the requester will be eligible for a full refund, minus a $25 processing fee.
• Where we receive a cancellation request 14 days or less prior to the event, the requester will not be eligible for a refund.
• Non-attendance/no-shows will not receive a refund.

3. Substitutions

• If you are unable to attend, you may transfer your ticket to another person by submitting a substitution request in accordance with this clause 3.
• Substitution requests must be submitted in writing via email to:  chair@studiowoodworkers.org.auat least 2 business days before the symposium and must include the new attendee’s full name and contact details.

4. Event Changes or Cancellation by Organisers

• Studio Woodworkers Australia reserves the right to cancel, reschedule, or alter the symposium program at its discretion.
• In the event of cancellation or rescheduling, all registered attendees will be offered the choice of:
  • A full refund of the registration fee; or
  • Credit toward a future event.
• The organisers are not liable for any costs incurred by attendees as a result of changes, including but not limited to travel, accommodation, or loss of work time.

5. Force Majeure

• The organisers shall not be held liable for failure to deliver the symposium as scheduled due to circumstances beyond the organisers’ reasonable control, including but not limited to:
  • Natural disasters;
  • Government-imposed restrictions; and
  • Public health emergencies.
• In such cases, organisers will make all reasonable efforts to communicate with registrants and offer fair alternatives where possible.

6. Special Considerations

• We understand that personal emergencies can arise. In exceptional circumstances (such as medical emergencies), refund requests may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
• Such requests must be made in writing and may require supporting documentation.

7. Code of Conduct

• This symposium is a respectful, inclusive space for learning and exchange. All attendees are expected to treat others—participants, organisers, presenters, and venue staff—with courtesy and professionalism.
• Behaviour that disrupts the event or makes others feel unsafe may result in removal from the symposium without refund.

8. Photography and Media

• The event may be photographed or recorded for documentation and promotional purposes.
• By attending, you consent to the use of your image and/or voice in related media.
• If you do not wish to appear in such material, please notify the organisers in writing before the event.

9. Personal Responsibility and Liability

• Studio Woodworkers Australia and event organisers are not liable for personal injury, loss, or damage to personal property during the event.
• Attendees are responsible for their own personal property and safety throughout the event.

10. Privacy

• Any personal information collected during registration will be used solely for event-related purposes and will not be shared with third parties without consent, except where required by law.
  Any personal information collected during registration will be used in accordance with our privacy policy, available at :https://studiowoodworkers.org.au/privacy-policy