Terms & Conditions

Polestar Audience Award winner 

Competition Terms and Conditions 

1. Prize Details

1.1 There are two separate prizes, awarded based on the entrant’s state of residence: 

• Victoria Prize: A voucher from Pt. Leo Estate, redeemable for the “Lon to Laura Experience for Two” accommodation and dining experience within Victoria. This prize is only available to Victorian entrants.  

• New South Wales Prize: A voucher from Paperbark Camp, redeemable for a luxury safari tent accommodation and dining experience in Jervis Bay, NSW. his prize is only available to New South Wales entrants.  

1.2 Each prize winner will also have the use of a Polestar electric vehicle for the duration of their respective experience. 

1.4 Each prize winner will receive a ten film pass for Europa!Europa Film Festival 2026.

2. Vehicle Use

2.1 The Polestar vehicle must be collected from and returned to: 

• Victoria winner: Polestar Port Melbourne (VIC). 

• New South Wales winner: Polestar Artarmon (NSW). 

2.2 The vehicle will be available for the winner’s use for a maximum of three days, specifically to facilitate travel to and from the luxury accommodation.  

2.3 The winner must hold a valid, full Australian driver’s license to use the Polestar as part of the prize.  

2.4 Comprehensive insurance for the Polestar vehicle will be provided. However, the winner is responsible for abiding by the conditions set out in the Polestar Vehicle Loan Agreement: 

• The above drivers are the only authorised persons to drive the vehicle, any other person must obtain written authorisation from Polestar Australia.  

• The borrower must operate the vehicle within Australian road regulations and will be responsible for any traffic infringements incurred during the period of loan.  

• The borrower must keep the vehicle clean and secure at all times, keep it locked when unattended.  

• The borrower must not operate the vehicle under the influence of drugs or alcohol.  

• The borrowed vehicle must not to be used for racing or pace making without prior authority.  

• The vehicle must be returned to Polestar Australia when requested by Polestar Australia.  

• The borrower is responsible for tolls.  

• Smoking is not permitted within the vehicle.  

• The borrower must hold a valid drivers licence and be over the age of 21.  

• If damage is sustained to the vehicle a Fleet Vehicle Damage Report form must be completed. If in the event the borrower is at fault, (at the discretion of Polestar management after review of Fleet Vehicle Damage, Police and Insurance reports), vehicle excess of $1,000.00 will be payable. 

• Polestar Automotive Australia accepts no responsibility for loss or damage to borrowers or any third party's property in the vehicle howsoever caused. The vehicle must at all times be driven responsibly and in accordance with State and Territory road laws. 

2.5 The winner is required to comply with all road rules and vehicle terms of use during the period of possession.  

2.6 The Polestar vehicle will be provided with a full charge. The winner is responsible for any additional charging during the use period and must return the vehicle with at least 20% battery charge. 

2.7 Charging facilities or costs at the accommodation or during travel are the winner’s responsibility. 

3. Experience inclusions

3.1 VIC: The Pt Leo “Lon to Laura Experience for Two” includes: 

• Two night's accommodation at Lon Retreat & Spa in a Premium Suite including a Farm Sourced Breakfast Tray for the first morning of stay and unlimited access to the heated mineral pool. 

• A bottle of Pt. Leo Estate 2018 Methodé Traditionnelle on arrival at Lon Retreat & Spa. 

• Farm sourced grazing platter for two in suite on your return to Lon. 

• Private transfer to Queenscliff for Ferry terminal and returns to Lon Retreat. 

• Queenscliff to Sorrento Ferry return transfer. 

• Private transfer to Pt. Leo Estate and return to Sorrento - Pt. Leo Estate's Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. 

• The Laura Signature Dining Experience with the Classic Wine Pairing at Pt. Leo Estate’s Laura fine dining restaurant. 

• Pt. Leo Estate Sculpture Park access. 

3.2 NSW: The Paperbark Camp “Deluxe Plus Safari” package includes: 

• Two nights stay in a Deluxe Plus Safari Tent 

• Dinner, bed & breakfast for two people and the use of canoes, kayaks, SUP's & bikes.  

• Please note: Friday & Saturday nights have a minimum two night stay requirement. Public holiday weekends have a minimum 3 night stay. Not valid peak Christmas & Easter weeks. Last minute exceptions may be made based on availability and at the discretion of management.

4. Film Festival pass details

4.1 The ten-film pass must be used for the Europa!Europa Film Festival 2026 (Feb – March, 2026) 

4.2 Valid for ten separate festival sessions for one person.  

4.3 Cannot be used for Opening night, Closing night or Special Events. 

4.4 The pass expires in April 2026 and validity cannot be extended. 

4.5 Europa!Europa Film Festival 2026 sessions can be found here www.europafilmfestival.com from January 2026.  

5. Redemption and Timing

5.1 The winner must confirm vehicle collection and return dates with Polestar at least 4 weeks in advance. 

5.2 The prize, including the Pt. Leo Estate voucher (VIC) or the Paperbark Camp voucher (NSW), the use of the Polestar vehicle, and the ten-film pass must be redeemed by 6 April 2026.  The expiry of the use of the vehicle and the ten-film pass cannot be extended. 

5.3 After 6 April 2026, the value of the accommodation voucher remains valid for a further two years and can be redeemed for any experience or product at the respective venue up to the voucher’s value. Specific terms and conditions apply: 

• Pt. Leo Estate: Visit ptleoestate.com.au/giftvoucherpolicy for more information. 

• Paperbark Camp: Visit paperbarkcamp.com.au/gift-vouchers for more information.  

5.4 A 15% surcharge applies on public holidays for bookings at Pt. Leo Estate. The Paperbark Camp booking policy should be reviewed for any similar surcharges. 

6. Eligibility and Method of entry

6.1 This competition is open to Australian residents aged 21 years or older.  

6.2 To be eligible patrons must book a ticket to any Europa!Europa Film Festival session at the participating venues (VIC: Lido and Classic Cinemas. NSW: Ritz Cinemas). Entrants must rate the film viewed in the festival, in order to enter the competition. Entrants must retain copies of all purchase receipts for all entries.  

6.3 Employees, contractors, and immediate family members of the promoter or associated entities are ineligible to enter.  

6.4 The maximum number of entries is unlimited. Each entry must be supported by a separate purchase. 

6.5 A winner may only claim one prize — either the Victoria Prize or the New South Wales Prize — but not both. 

6.6 The winner must provide proof of a valid, full Australian driver’s license before collecting the Polestar vehicle. 

7. Publicity and Privacy

7.1 By accepting the prize, the winner consents to the use of their name, likeness, and entry details in promotional material without compensation.  

7.2 Personal information collected as part of the competition will be used solely for the purposes of administering the competition and will comply with the promoter’s privacy policy. 

8. Notification of Winners and Prize draw

8.1 A random prize draw will occur 11:00am March 20, 2025 

8.1 Winner will be notified via email no later than March 28, 2025. 

8.2 The winner of the prize will be published here: www.europafilmfestival.com.au 

9. Miscellaneous

9.1 The promoter reserves the right to modify or cancel the competition in the event of unforeseen circumstances beyond their control (e.g., natural disasters, pandemic restrictions).  

9.2 The promoter’s decision on all matters pertaining to the competition is final, and no correspondence will be entered into.  

9.3 The promoter reserves the right to disqualify any entry that does not comply with these terms or is deemed fraudulent, incomplete, or inappropriate. 

9.4 Promotional period:  

Start 12 Feb 2025, 7:00 PM AEDT.  

End 16 March 2025, 10:00 PM AEDT 

9.5 Total prize value: $3,000 (Approximate, including GST)