1. Competition Period

The Competition will run from 14 July 2025 to 31 August 2025 (the "Competition Period"). Only referrals where the referred guest checks in on or before 31 August 2025 are eligible.

2. Eligibility

The Competition is open to individuals who:

  • Are current or former guests of Pad Hostel (162 Flinders Street, Paddington, Sydney NSW 2021).

  • Are 18 years or older at the time of entry.

  • Refer a friend who completes a booking and checks in during the Competition Period - Bookings that are cancelled or where the referred guest does not check in do not count as eligible entries.

3. How to Enter

To enter the prize draw:

  • Refer a friend to book and stay at Pad Hostel during the Competition Period.

  • The referred guest must complete their check-in before or on 31 August 2025.

  • You must notify Pad Hostel by sending a WhatsApp message to @padhostel, including:

    • Full name of the referred friend

    • Their check-in date

    • (Optional) Booking confirmation number

  • Each valid referral counts as one entry into the prize draw.

  • There is no minimum stay required.

  • Multiple entries are allowed – each successful new guest referred equals one entry.

4. Prize

One (1) winning pair will be randomly drawn. Each will receive:

  • $500 AUD in cash, for a total prize value of $1,000 AUD.

  • The prize will be paid via the agreed-upon method within 14 business days of confirming winner eligibility.

  • The prize is not transferablenot redeemable for goods or credit, and cannot be exchanged.

  • If either winner cannot be contacted within 24 hours of the draw, the prize will be forfeited and another winner will be selected.

5. Winner Selection and Notification

  • The winner will be randomly drawn in early September 2025.

  • The announcement will be made in the Pad Hostel Community WhatsApp Group.

  • Winners will also be contacted directly via WhatsApp.

6. Prize Conditions

  • Pad Hostel reserves the right to verify the identity, eligibility, and stay details of both the referrer and referred guest.

  • Any attempt to manipulate, falsify, or tamper with the entry process may result in disqualification.

  • Entries where the referred guest cancels or is a no-show will not be valid.

7. Privacy and Use of Personal Information

By entering the competition, entrants consent to the collection and use of their personal information (including name, contact details, and booking info) for the purpose of administering the competition and contacting winners.
All personal data will be handled in accordance with Pad Hostel’s Privacy Policy and the Australian Privacy Principles.

8. General Conditions

  • This competition is not sponsored, endorsed, or administered by any social media platforms (e.g. Instagram, TikTok, WhatsApp).

  • Pad Hostel reserves the right to modify, suspend, or terminate the promotion at any time due to unforeseen circumstances.

  • The competition is governed by the laws of New South Wales, Australia, and any disputes will be handled within Australian legal jurisdiction.

9. Compliance with Australian Consumer Law

This competition is conducted in compliance with Schedule 2 of the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth).
If any part of the promotion is found to be non-compliant or unlawful, Pad Hostel will take necessary corrective action.

10. No Purchase Necessary

No additional purchase is necessary beyond a valid stay at Pad Hostel within the Competition Period.
By entering, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to these terms and conditions.

Questions?
Email us at info@padhostel.com.au or message us on WhatsApp.

Good luck, legends, we can’t wait to see who takes home the $1,000!