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Terms And Conditions
Names
1. The Tableland Folk Festival Association Incorporated (TFF),
is the managing body of the Yungaburra Folk Festival, here
in called;
the YFF, or the Festival.
2. All the Performers in a named Presentation or Act which
is included in, and contracted to, the program of the YFF,
are here in called;
the Performer.
Liabilities
1. The Performer acknowledges that they are a contractor of
the YFF and not an employee.
2. The signatory Performer agrees to the contract on behalf
of all members of the Act involved in a performance and, takes
responsibility to ensure all Performers under the Act name
understand and agree to the contract. The signatory Performer
accepts legal responsibility for not doing so.
3. The Performer understands that all insurance, any tax relating
to income earned, Workcover liabilities, and loss or theft
of property, shall be the responsibility of the Performer
and not the YFF. The YFF shall not be responsible for further
claims of a professional or personal nature.
4. The Performer agrees to have their own current public liability
insurance. The Performer recognises that the public liability
insurance currently held by the YFF does not cover actions
caused directly or indirectly by the Performer.
5. The Performer waivers any liability on the part of the
YFF with regard to Performers' property loss or damage whilst
involved with the Yungaburra Folk Festival.
6. The Performer agrees to waiver any liability on the part
of the YFF with regard to personal injury or death whilst
involved with the Yungaburra Folk Festival.
Stage
1. Performers need to arrive at their presentation at least
15 minutes prior to the performance to introduce yourself
to the Stage Manager, Sound Tech & MC and to familiarise
yourself with the venue and stage.
2. All stages are equipped with lighting, PA system/fold back
with standard backline & Engineers, the Performer does
not need to bring their own sound crew. Any technical assistants
included in your act must also be introduced to Stage Manager,
at least 15 minutes prior to the performance.
3. The YFF provides an instrument lock-up for Performers located
at the back/side stage in the Community Hall. The Performer
understands that the YFF holds no responsibility for instrument
loss, theft or damage whilst stored in that lock up. See the
sound technician or stage manager on duty for access.
Payment
1. All Performer fees have been negotiated including any GST,
We will not add on GST or change your fee after the contract
is signed.
2. The Performer understands that no payment will be made
without having completed and returned your APRA forms.
3. The YFF is not liable for any compensation to Performers
in the event the Yungaburra Folk Festival is cancelled or
postponed.
4. The Performer agrees to provide an Invoice before receiving
their payment by cheque. Cash payments to Performers are not
possible unless by prior arrangement & authorisation by
TFF committee.
5. Performer's payments will be made from the Festival Admin
Office at the festival after 2pm Sunday afternoon. If earlier
payment is required please advise us prior to the festival.
Tickets
1. Performers may not request complimentary entourage tickets
from YFF volunteers upon arrival.
2. Performers receive a ticket to allow access for the part
&/or day of the festival in which they perform. You may
not automatically get a full weekend ticket. Tickets allocated
for your Act will be included in the contract.
3. Only the Performers with full names listed on your application
form will be considered for tickets. Any changes to those
names must be notified immediately.
4. Spousal/partner tickets for Performers must be arranged
in conjunction with the contract, or by prior committee approval.
5. There are no complimentary or concessional tickets.
6. There may be Volunteer tickets for people who can give
some of their time.(see Volunteer
Policy) Other festival goers in your party will have to
buy a ticket. Discount tickets are available through Ticket
Link from July 1st on 07 4031 9555
7. Tickets can be purchased from sunset Friday at the Festival
Ticket Office at the festival. (Cash or credit card. No Eftpos facilities
available)
Merchandising
1. The Performer understands and agrees that sales of CD's
and all other merchandise will be only permitted through the
Festival Shop at a commission of 20% of the grossed up GST
inclusive price.
2. You will be provided with an Invoice, for the 20% commission.(see
GST)
3. Side stage sales in our venues will not be permissible.
It is too clumsy given our boutique venues, and hence appears unprofessional.
4. We encourage 'CD Signing Sessions' at our festival shop,
Arrange it with the festival shop and ask your MC to promote
the time you will be at the shop, before & after your
gig.
GST
1. We do have an ABN: 89 320 902 310 however, GST is not applicable.
2. The Tablelands Folk Festival Inc. t/as YFF is not registered
to report or charge GST, therefore YFF does not charge GST
on any sale nor is GST included in any other monies paid to
YFF.
3. There is no GST included in merchandising commission payments
to Performers.
Travel
1. All travel costs must be arranged, booked and/or paid for
by you the performer. No additional reimbursement considered
other than stated in your contract.
Transfers
We offer shuttle transfers from Cairns Airport to Yungaburra & back, on Thursday & Friday prior to festival 'til 4pm, and Monday morning.
Outside these days/times,
you will need to negotiate special arrangements. If you need
this service, fill in and return the Shuttle Transfer Form
CLICK HERE to download, details required are:
1. Which airline,
2. Flight number,
3. Arrival and/or Departure times,
4. Number of people in your party and what extra equipment to
collect. We estimate one suitcase & one guitar sized instrument
per Performer.
2. Please provide us with all details by September 30th. If
there are any changes to your itinerary after that date ensure
that we are immediately notified.
Accommodation
1. We have limited local accommodation available. Performers with accommodation as part of their contract will often be required to twin share a room with other Performers. Those who wish to bring partners etc. will need to organize alternative accommodation. Inform us asap and we will endeavour to help with a billet. However, we cannot guarantee non-performer accommodation.
Meals
1. The YFF does not agree to providing Performers meals. There are festival food stalls, as well as about a dozen local restaurants/food outlets, of varying tastes all of which are very good, (3, 4 & 5 star). All are walking distance. Bookings may be necessary and some don't have Eftpos. The local Foodmarket has a gourmet product range. Check out the food guide in the festival program.
Camping
1. Performers will not be charged for camping. You will receive a camping pass when you 'check in'. Please note; We supply a campsite only. We do not provide any camping equipment. Performers must BYO tent & sleeping gear & all other camping requirements. We do provide an instrument lock up for camping Performers. The Camping area is two hundred metres walk away.
Smoking/Alcohol/Drugs
1. Under Qld. Law, all Venues are non smoking, and the YFF promotes a non
smoking policy in all areas. The YFF requests that you enjoy your cigarettes in designated smoking areas and away from children's or youth festival events.
2. The YFF acknowledges and advises that under Qld. law, you
can be arrested for drinking alcohol in a public place (footpath,
street & park), & that it is an offence.
3. The YFF does not permit or condone the use of any illegal
drugs in any venue or area designated as the Yungaburra Folk
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