- This competition is conducted by Wildfire Publishing Pty Ltd (Modern Wedding), ABN 12 003 249 965 and Ananke Holdings Pty Ltd (Sofitel Sydney Wentworth), ABN 96 143 992 778
- Information on how to enter, mechanics of entry and prizes form part of these Conditions of Entry.
Entry into the promotion is deemed acceptance of these Conditions of Entry. Entry is through the Modern Wedding website only. - The Competition is only open to Eligible Entrants. An “Eligible Entrant” is an individual who, at the time of entry:
- Is a resident of Australia aged 18 years or older (13 years old with parental or guardian consent)
- Is not an employee of the promoter, any of its related corporations or any of the agencies associated with the competition
- Is not a spouse, de-facto spouse, parent, child or sibling (whether full, half, step or by adoption) of such an employee
- This competition is a game of skill. Chance plays no part in determining the winner.
- Entrants must submit their entry via the form provided by the Modern Wedding website
- The promotion begins Friday February 14th 2025 at 10am AEDT and ends Sunday 6th April 2025 at midnight (Promotional Period)
- One (1) winner will be announced at the end of the promotional period
- Judging and winner announcement will take place the week of the 7th April. The judges may select additional reserve entries which they determine to be the next best and record them in order of merit. Reserve entries will be used should an entry be considered invalid or ineligible.
- Winner will be notified via email by Friday 11th April. If the winner does not respond by Tuesday 15th April at 10am AEDT, a redraw will take place.
- If the winner is an invalid entry or ineligible entrant, a redraw will take place on Tuesday 15th April at 10am AEDT
- Any redraw prize will be notified on Wednesday 16th April AEDT. Wedding is to be hosted before January 31st 2026.
HOW TO ENTER
- To enter, individuals must complete the online entry form (https://modernwedding.com.au/win-an-iconic-luxury-wedding-at-the-sofitel-sydney-wentworth/) Including their full name, email, state or territory, ideal wedding date or month, a photo of themselves and their partner, Instagram handle and answer the question; ‘Tell us in 100 words or less what the Sofitel Sydney Wentworth means to you’.
- Each participant is allowed only one entry. Multiple entries from the same individual will be disqualified.
- The entrant must be following both @sofitelsydney and @modernweddingmagazine for their entry to be valid.
- The decision by the Promoter to accept or reject an Entry is in the Promoter’s sole discretion and no correspondence will be entered into. Any Entry that contains content that the Promoter, in its sole discretion, considers to be offensive, inappropriate or objectionable in any way or that the Promoter considered may infringe any Intellectual Property Rights or other rights of any person, corporation or entity, will not be accepted as an eligible Entry into the promotion. This includes, but is not limited to, any Entry which the Promoter considers to be disparaging to its products and/or services or is otherwise not in keeping with the spirit of this promotion.
- Once an Entry is submitted, Entrants acknowledge that the Entry may not be withdrawn, altered or deleted (except as and where required by the Promoter).
- Entrants acknowledge that their Entries and their full name and/or Instagram account handle will be featured on the Modern Wedding Magazine and Sofitel Sydney Wentworth Instagram, Facebook, Website or other media outlets for public viewing during the Promotional Period and in perpetuity (unless otherwise requested).
- The promoter makes no representation as to the safety, conditions or other issues that may exist as part of the Prize. The
- Winner is responsible for all additional costs associated with the Prize that are not specifically included, including where applicated ongoing usage costs and insurance costs.
- The Promoter and their associated agencies and companies assume no responsibility for any error, omission, interruption, deletion, defect, delay in operation or transmission; communications line failure, internet failure, theft or destruction or unauthorised access to, or alteration of entries, and reserve the right to take any action that many be available.
Once prizes have left the prize supplier’s premises, Wildfire Publishing takes no responsibility for any prizes damaged, delayed or lost in transit. - 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
- If for any reason this competition is not capable of running as planned including infection by computer virus, bugs, tampering, unauthorised intervention, fraud, technical failures or any other causes beyond the control of Wildfire Publishing which corrupts or affect the administration security, fairness, integrity or proper conduct of this promotion, Wildfire Publishing reserves the right to disqualify any individual who tampers with the entry process and to cancel, terminate, modify or suspend the promotion subject to the approval of the gaming authorities in each state and territory, where required. Tampering includes the use of Repeat Entry Device Software.
PRIZES
- All prizes are not transferable or exchangeable and cannot be taken as cash.
- The best one (1) valid entry, as determined by the judges, will win the following (Valued at $100,000)
- Wedding package from the Sofitel Sydney Wentworth which includes:
- Chandelier Wedding Package (Valued at $199 per person)
- Pre-dinner drinks, canapes and grand wedding hosted on Level 3, prepared by the Sofitel Wentworth chefs, led by Bektas Ozcan
- Grand Wedding Reception hosted in the Wentworth ballroom
- Welcome pre-dinner Drinks Accompanied by a Selection of Three Savory Canapés
- Three-Course Meal with Alternating Main Course
- Artisan Bread Rolls with Cultured Butter
- Five-hour Classic beverage package
- A selection of freshly brewed coffee and fine teas, accompanied by luxurious Sofitel chocolates.
- Couples’ Wedding Cake Sliced and Served to the table on platters
- Private Bridal Suite with a personal bridal party host.
- Elegant Cocktail and Lounge Seating
- Ambient Tea Light Candles Artfully Placed Throughout the Venue
- White linen tablecloths and napkins
- Banquet style seating (long tables available on special request)
- Customised floor plan
- Personalised menus for each table
- Placement of your Bonbonnières and Place Cards
- Elegantly Clothed Bridal table, Cake Table with Knife, and Gift Table
- Custom sized dance floor and stage
- State-of-the-Art Wireless Microphone and Audio System
- Complimentary pre-wedding menu tasting for bride and groom
- Dedicated In-House Wedding specialist
- Two complimentary car spaces
- Relive the Magic with a Complimentary One-Year Anniversary Stay in a Junior Suite
- One complimentary wedding night accommodation in the Wentworth Suite with Club Millesime access valued at $1,999
- 10% discounted accommodation room rates for all guests to stay the night in the hotel
- A styling and Wedding planning package which includes (Valued at $40,766):
- JIMKET Events – valued at $10,000.00
- Terms & Conditions – JIMKET Events Styling Services for Giveaway
- JIMKET Events agrees to provide styling services on a complimentary basis to the hotel, subject to the following terms and conditions:
- Exclusive Planning & Styling
JIMKET Events must be the sole planner and stylist for the giveaway wedding. No other planners or stylists may be engaged for the event. - Creative Direction
The wedding styling and production will be executed under the complete management and creative direction of JIMKET Events - The winning couple must adhere to JIMKET Events’ design aesthetic, and styling requests that do not align with the brand will not be accommodated.
- Floral Arrangements
Only fresh florals will be used for the event. Artificial flowers or substitutes will not be permitted. - Service Value & Scope Adjustments
The complimentary styling service is based on a 100-guest wedding, with a styling value typically starting at $10,000.
If the winner chooses to increase the scope of styling (e.g., opting for a $100,000 styling budget), JIMKET Events will revise and adjust the styling fee accordingly. Any additional styling costs beyond the complimentary offering will be charged directly to the winner. - Vendor Collaboration
The terms outlined for other vendors involved in the giveaway must be maintained as agreed upon. - White Label Hire $7466.00 Value
- Feature Tables: 2 tables (up to 16 pax each) – complimentary ($1,800 value)
- Feature Chairs: 32 chairs – complimentary ($950 value)
- Tableware: Charger plates, cutlery, and glassware for feature tables – complimentary ($800 value)
- Additional Chairs: 100 chairs at 60% off ($17.50 per chair) – $700 (originally $1,750)
- Cake Table: Complimentary ($300 value)
- Linen: $40 per linen (covers dry cleaning costs) for 8 tables – $320 (otherwise valued at $616)
- Sweet Botanica $8000.00 Value
- Bridal table florals
- Florals in 60 bud bases for the 2 kings tables
- Florals in 10 bud vases per table for 8 round tables
- Standout Luxury (Candles) $3000.00 Value
- Candles on king tables/feature tables
- Candles on the 8 round tables
- Elite Dancefloors $5300.00 Value
- Dancefloor
- Stage covering
- Acrylic Bridal Table
- Sydney Backdrops $5000.00 Value
- Black Draping
- Simply Seated $1000.00 Voucher
- Little White Bakery $1000.00 Voucher ( Wedding Cake)
- Entertainment and audio Valued $ 12,800.00 – Broken down below
- Soul Nights
- 5-Piece Band | Valued at $5,000
- Bennett Productions
- DJ Package | Valued at $1,800
- Encore
- Including LED wall, lighting, and sound package | Valued at $6000
- Travel (Valued at $4340.00)
- Honeymoon Package at Sofitel Queenstown Hotel & Spa, including:
- Luxury Room incl. breakfast & Club Lounge for 5 nights – valued at NZD $3,500
- Luxury airport transfers (incl. meet & greet) – valued at NZD $85 each way
- ‘Trust the Chef’ three-course dinner in Le Petite Salon – Valued at NZD $85 per person
- Total Value: NZD $3,840
- $500 airline gift voucher (airline to be decided on in collaboration with Sofitel Sydney Wentworth)
- Additional expenses incurred during your stay will be your responsibility of the winners
- Should any areas of the prize not be used, they will be considered null and void and are not transferrable or redemption for cash
- If the wedding has to be postponed or cancelled for any reason, the prize will be considered null and void.
- Any additional costs in regards to any of the above prizes will not be included and are at the discretion of the winner and guests.
- Vendors outside of the supplied list are permitted, with those costs being at the discretion of the winner
- All bookings are the responsibility of the purchaser. Any prize which is not redeemed before the point of expiry will not be replaced and will be considered unusable.
- Modern Wedding, Sofitel Sydney Wentworth and all involved vendors reserve the right to use all images across their websites, social media platforms and third-party media platforms
- A contract with the venue and stylist will be required, detailing all Terms and Conditions for the wedding
- Not complying with this contract will result in the prize being rescinded and a redraw taking place
- The Holiday and honeymoon package is valid for one year from the date of the wedding. This is non-transferrable and subject to availability. Blackout dates apply and will be communicated to the couple at the time of booking. A booking period of at least one month is required prior to arrival.
- The holiday and honeymoon package can be booked directly by contacting the hotel
- Guest Count: The package is for 100 guests, For any additional guests, they will be required to pay the full per-person amount.
- Image Rights: The hotel will retain full rights to the use of images from the event.
- Supplier Requirements: The couple must use our preferred suppliers. The event date will be selected based on supplier availability.
- Colour Scheme: The colour scheme will be decided collaboratively by the hotel, suppliers, and the couple, ensuring it complements the ballroom space.
- Additional Costs: If the couple requests specific items beyond the package inclusions, they will be required to cover the cost of these items.
- Social Media & Documentation: The couple must consent to being part of our documented social media campaign, with all aspects of the event documented.
- Inclusions & Additional Costs: All vendors have provided a set amount of inclusions. Any requests beyond these inclusions will incur additional charges for the couple.
- Package Offer: We are providing the above package only, with no additional services included beyond what is stated.
- Event Date: The hotel will select the event date based on supplier availability. Wedding is to be hosted by 31 January 2026.
- Contract Terms & Conditions: As usual, all terms and conditions are included in our standard wedding contract, with special terms for suppliers listed below.WINNER NOTIFICATION
- The winner will be notified by being contacted via email, with a request from the Promoter to claim their prize, and in accordance with the dates set out in Conditions. Any further correspondence between the winner and the Promoter will be via email.
- The precise date of the prize must be selected within the timeframe given by the venue (2025)
- Contacting Wildfire Publishing Pty Ltd – Modern Wedding
- Phone: 02 9948 1000
- Email: [email protected]