PILLAR OF INK PRE-ORDER COMPETITION

Terms and Conditions

1. Promoter

The promoter is Claire Benson, Claire Everywhere ABN 24643034584, of 1/181 Old South Head Rd, Bondi Junction NSW, Australia (the Promoter).

2. Eligibility

2.1 Entry is open to Australian residents aged 18 years or over.

2.2 Employees of the Promoter, Claire Benson, participating agencies and their immediate families are ineligible to enter.

2.3 Entrants must have a valid Australian email address and be able to provide proof of an eligible pre-order purchase.

2.4 By entering, participants agree to these Terms and Conditions.

3. Promotional Period

3.1 The promotion opens at 9am 13/08/26 AEDT and closes at 11:59 pm AEDT on 30 November 2026.

4. How to Enter

4.1 To enter, participants must:

a. Pre-order a copy of Pillar of Ink by Claire Benson from an Australian retailer during the Promotional Period.

b. Complete the official competition entry form at www.claireverywhere.com/pillarofink

c. Upload a valid JPEG or PNG image of their pre-order receipt showing the retailer, date of purchase, title and quantity purchased.

d. Provide their full name, email address, telephone number, and any other information reasonably required to administer the promotion.

4.2 Eligible formats include print books, ebooks and audiobooks.

4.3 Each eligible copy of Pillar of Ink purchased during the Promotional Period entitles the purchaser to one entry, provided a valid entry form and proof of purchase are submitted. Multiple entries are permitted for separate eligible copies purchased.

4.4 Purchases may be made through any Australian retailer. The purchase price must be the retailer's normal advertised price, with no additional fee charged to enter the competition.

4.5 Entries must be submitted by 11:59 pm AEDT on 30 November 2026. 

4.6 Incomplete, illegible, fraudulent, duplicated or unverifiable entries may be disqualified. The Promoter reserves the right to request additional proof of purchase.

4.7 Purchases that have been cancelled or refunded before the prize draw are not eligible. The Promoter may request confirmation that a qualifying purchase remains valid.

5. Prizes

Full-Day Tattoo Session

5.1 One winner will receive a six-hour tattoo session with Claire Benson in Sydney, NSW, valued at AUD $2100

5.2 The prize consists of one tattoo appointment of up to six hours, including any consultation, preparation, breaks and tattooing undertaken during the appointment.

5.3 The tattoo will be designed and performed in Claire Benson's signature artistic style. The winner acknowledges that Claire Benson retains artistic discretion over the design, placement, size and suitability of the tattoo. The prize does not guarantee completion of a sleeve, large-scale tattoo or any particular design.

5.4 The winner must book their appointment within six months of being notified of their win. Appointments are subject to the artist's reasonable availability and must be arranged by mutual agreement.

5.5 Any additional tattoo sessions required to complete a design are not included in the prize and will be at the winner's expense, subject to the winner's prior agreement.

6. Tattoo Prize Conditions

6.1 The tattoo session will take place at a nominated tattoo studio in Sydney, NSW.

6.2 The winner is responsible for all travel, accommodation and incidental expenses associated with attending their appointment.

6.3 The winner must be aged 18 years or over and may be required to provide photographic identification.

6.4 The tattoo session is subject to an initial consultation, informed consent, health and safety requirements, and the artist's professional assessment of the winner's suitability for tattooing.

6.5 The winner must complete any required health declarations and consent forms, disclose relevant information reasonably necessary to assess the safety of the procedure, and comply with the studio's hygiene, safety and aftercare instructions.

6.6 Claire Benson reserves the right to decline or modify a proposed tattoo design, placement or procedure where she reasonably considers it inappropriate, unsuitable or unsafe. If tattooing cannot proceed, the Promoter will discuss reasonable alternatives with the winner, subject to applicable law.

6.7 Tattooing will be undertaken at appropriately licensed and compliant premises by an artist holding all licences and approvals required by applicable law.

6.8 Tattooing involves inherent risks, including pain, bleeding, infection, allergic reactions, scarring and variations in healing and appearance. The winner acknowledges these risks and must provide informed consent before the procedure. Nothing in these Terms and Conditions excludes any legal rights or remedies that cannot lawfully be excluded.

6.9 The prize is not transferable, exchangeable or redeemable for cash.

6.10 If the winner fails to book their appointment within six months of notification despite reasonable appointment availability, the prize may be forfeited, subject to applicable law.

6.11 If the winner needs to cancel or reschedule their appointment, they must provide at least 48 hours' notice wherever reasonably possible. Cancellations or rescheduling requests made with less than 48 hours' notice may result in forfeiture of the prize, except where reasonable circumstances such as illness, medical advice or emergencies justify rescheduling.

6.12 The winner must arrive on time for their appointment. Late arrival may reduce the time available for tattooing. Where the winner is more than 15 minutes late without notification, the appointment may be treated as cancelled, subject to the circumstances and the artist's reasonable discretion.

6.13 If Claire Benson or the studio must cancel or reschedule the appointment, the winner will be offered an alternative appointment at no additional cost.

6.14 The winner is responsible for all travel, accommodation and other incidental expenses. No reimbursement will be provided for expenses incurred in attending the appointment, except where required by law.

7. Prize Draw and Winner Notification

7.1 One winner will be selected by a computer-generated random draw from all valid entries received during the Promotional Period.

7.2 The draw will take place on 01 December 2026.

7.3 Each eligible entry has an equal chance of winning. Purchasing additional eligible copies increases the number of entries but does not guarantee a win.

7.4 The winner will be notified by email within seven days of the draw.

7.5 The winner's name will be published at www.allenandunwin.com on 15 January 2026, to the extent required by applicable law.

7.6 The winners must respond within 21 days days of notification to claim their prize.

7.7 If the prize remains unclaimed, the Promoter may conduct a redraw in accordance with applicable trade promotion laws and any permit conditions.

7.8 The Promoter's decisions concerning the administration of the promotion are final, subject to applicable law.

8. Personal Information and Privacy

8.1 The Promoter will collect personal information including entrants' names, email addresses, postal addresses and proof of purchase for the purpose of administering the promotion.

8.2 Personal information will be used to verify entries, conduct the prize draws, notify winners and arrange prizes.

8.5 Personal information may be shared with Allen & Unwin only to the extent reasonably necessary to administer the competition.

8.7 Personal information will be securely stored and retained only for as long as reasonably necessary to administer the promotion, comply with legal obligations and resolve disputes.

8.8 Where required by law, winner information may be published or disclosed to relevant regulatory authorities.

9. General Conditions

9.1 The prize is subject to availability and cannot be exchanged for cash.

9.2 If the prize becomes unavailable for reasons beyond the Promoter's reasonable control, the Promoter may substitute a prize of equal or greater value, subject to applicable laws and regulatory approval where required.

9.3 The Promoter reserves the right to verify entries and disqualify participants who breach these Terms and Conditions or engage in fraudulent or misleading conduct.

9.4 The Promoter may suspend, modify or cancel the promotion where circumstances beyond its reasonable control prevent its proper administration, subject to applicable law and regulatory approval.

9.5 To the extent permitted by law, the Promoter is not responsible for entries lost or delayed due to technical issues, incorrect information supplied by entrants or circumstances outside its reasonable control.

9.6 Nothing in these Terms and Conditions excludes, restricts or modifies any rights or remedies that cannot lawfully be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law or other applicable legislation.

9.7 The Promoter and its service providers are not liable for loss, damage or injury arising from participation in the promotion or acceptance of a prize except to the extent that liability cannot lawfully be excluded.

9.8 Any required trade promotion permit or authority numbers will be displayed in the promotional materials and these Terms and Conditions.

9.9 These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of New South Wales, Australia, subject to applicable laws in other Australian states and territories.