Registrations Open!
Entry Fees
| Tournament | Restrictions | Early Bird Entry Fee | Standard Entry Fee | Late Entry Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SIO – Championships | Over 2000 FIDE ONLY | $180 ($150) | $190 ($160) | $200 |
| SIO – Challengers | Over 1400 ACF 1600-2050 FIDE | $150 ($120) | $175 ($150) | $190 |
| SIO – Contenders | Under 1600 ACF Under 1700 FIDE | $120 ($100) | $140 ($120) | $160 |
| SIO – Blitz | Open to All | $35 ($20) | $35 ($20) | $50 |
If players are moved to another division, they may have to pay the difference or receive a partial refund.
The April FIDE and March ACF rating lists will be used.
Unrated players are only eligible to play in the Contenders division of the Classical events. Exceptions may be granted at the organiser’s discretion.
Early bird entry fees apply for entries before February 1st, 2025.
Standard entry fees apply from February 1st 2025 to 14th April 2025.
Late entry fees apply after 14th April 2025.
Blitz entries on the day are $50 and close at 2 pm.
IMPORTANT:
Not a Citizen or Permanent Resident of Australia and don’t have a FIDE ID? Please contact your national federation to obtain a FIDE ID before entering the event.
Terms and Conditions
- Players not residing in Australia (Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident) must have a FIDE ID to compete. Players must obtain an ID from their national federation if not listed on the FIDE website. The organisers reserve the right to ask for proof of Citizenship/Permanent Residency if necessary.
- Full refunds (less the processing fee) will be issued if the organisers are notified at least 3 days before the start of the tournament. (Before the 20th of April 2025)
- No refunds will be issued on or after the 21st of April 2025.
- The organisers reserve the right to deny or modify entries into each division based on the player’s rating if they change.
- Registrations and payments are through Trybooking. The Rooty Hill Chess Club will absorb the processing and ticket fees unless payment is completed through PayPal, where a 0.5% surcharge will apply.
Discounts
1. FIDE title holders of GM, WGM, IM and WIM are eligible for free entry into the Championships and Blitz if entered before the 1st of March 2025.
2. FIDE Title Holders of FM and WFM are eligible for a discount of 20% into the Championships and Challengers if entered before the 1st of March 2025.
3. Concessions are available to pensioners, disability holders, and tertiary students under twenty-five (25). The Chief Organiser must see proof of concession before the tournament starts. Juniors are not eligible for concession entry.
4. Discounts do not stack. Players are only eligible for one discount. (e.g. Concession entries are not eligible for the 30% FM discount)
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Juniors are NOT eligible for concession entry
To enter for multiple divisions, click on “Buy More Tickets” on the payment page.
Players must have a rating of Jonas Sze-To’s FIDE standard + 1 to be eligible to play in the championships.
