Terms & Conditions

By registering for Sleap Walk 25km Challenge (the “Event”), you acknowledge that you have read, understood and agree to these Terms & Conditions and Waiver.

Sleap Walk 25km Challenge is a fundraising event organised by Sleapy’s Foundation Ltd (Sleapy’s Foundation). Participants may complete the 25km challenge in a manner, location and timeframe permitted by the Event guidelines.

Participation is voluntary and participants are responsible for determining whether they are physically and mentally able to safely participate in the Event and complete their chosen activity.

2. Assumption of risk

I acknowledge that participation in the Event may involve inherent risks, including but not limited to:

• slips, trips and falls;
• injury caused by uneven or unsuitable surfaces;
• fatigue, overexertion, dehydration or exposure to weather conditions;
• interaction with vehicles, cyclists, pedestrians, animals or other members of the public;
• injury arising from participation in physical activity; and
• other risks associated with completing the Event in public or outdoor spaces.

I voluntarily accept and assume these risks and agree to take reasonable precautions to protect my own health and safety while participating.

I acknowledge that Sleapy’s Foundation is not responsible for selecting or supervising the location, route or conditions in which I complete my kilometres when participating independently.

3. Health and fitness

I confirm that, to the best of my knowledge, I am sufficiently fit and able to participate safely in the Event.

I understand that I should seek appropriate medical advice before participating if I have any concerns about my ability to safely undertake the Event.

I agree to stop participating if I experience pain, illness, injury, dizziness, extreme fatigue or any other symptoms that may indicate that continuing is unsafe.

4. Children and young people

Participants under 18 years of age must have the consent of a parent or legal guardian to participate.

A parent or legal guardian is responsible for supervising any child or young person in their care throughout their participation in the Event.

By registering a child or young person, the parent or legal guardian confirms that they have authority to provide consent on their behalf and agrees to these Terms & Conditions and Waiver on their behalf.

5. Waiver and release

To the extent permitted by law, I release and discharge Sleapy’s Foundation and its directors, employees, volunteers, contractors, event partners, sponsors and representatives from claims, losses, costs, expenses or liability arising from or connected with my participation in the Event, including injury, illness, death or loss or damage to personal property, except to the extent that such liability cannot lawfully be excluded.

Nothing in these Terms & Conditions is intended to exclude, restrict or modify any rights or guarantees that cannot legally be excluded, restricted or modified under applicable Australian law, including the Australian Consumer Law.

6. Indemnity

To the extent permitted by law, I agree to indemnify Sleapy’s Foundation and its directors, employees, volunteers, contractors, event partners, sponsors and representatives against claims, losses, costs, expenses or liabilities arising from my participation in the Event or my breach of these Terms & Conditions.

7. Safe participation and Event rules

I agree to:

• follow all reasonable directions provided by Sleapy’s Foundation, Event staff and volunteers;
• comply with applicable road, pedestrian and public safety laws;
• take reasonable care of myself and others;
• participate in a safe and responsible manner;
• not participate while under the influence of alcohol or drugs where doing so may compromise my safety or the safety of others; and
• stop participating if continuing may place myself or another person at risk.

Sleapy’s Foundation reserves the right to refuse or withdraw a participant’s participation where it considers this necessary for safety or other legitimate Event-related reasons.

8. Event changes, cancellation or postponement

Sleapy’s Foundation reserves the right to alter, postpone, suspend or cancel the Event, or change Event arrangements, where reasonably necessary, including due to severe weather, safety concerns, government directions, circumstances beyond its reasonable control or other unforeseen circumstances.

Where the Event is changed, postponed or cancelled, Sleapy’s Foundation will communicate relevant information to participants as soon as reasonably practicable.

9. Fundraising

I understand that my participation in the Event is intended to support Sleapy’s Foundation and its charitable work.

I agree to conduct my fundraising activities honestly, respectfully and in accordance with applicable laws and any fundraising guidelines provided by Sleapy’s Foundation.

I understand that donations made through my fundraising page are donations to Sleapy’s Foundation and are not personal funds belonging to me.

10. Photography and video

I acknowledge that photography, video and other recordings may be taken during Event activities and may be used by Sleapy’s Foundation for purposes including promoting the Event, fundraising, communicating the impact of the Event and promoting the Foundation’s work.

If I do not wish to be photographed or filmed, I will notify Sleapy’s Foundation or the relevant Event photographer where reasonably practicable.

11. Personal information

Personal information collected during registration and participation will be handled in accordance with Sleapy’s Foundation’s Privacy Policy and may be used for purposes associated with administering the Event, communicating with participants, fundraising and supporting the Foundation’s charitable activities.

Information submitted through the Event registration platform may also be processed by Funraisin as the technology provider supporting the Event.

12. Acknowledgement

By registering for Sleap Walk, I confirm that:

• I have read and understood these Terms & Conditions and Waiver;
• I understand the risks associated with participating in the Event;
• I voluntarily choose to participate;
• I agree to comply with the Event rules and reasonable directions; and
• I agree to these Terms & Conditions and Waiver on behalf of myself and, where applicable, any child or young person I am registering.

If I am registering another person, I confirm that I have their permission and, where applicable, the authority of their parent or legal guardian to provide the information and accept these Terms & Conditions on their behalf.