Terms and Policies

Last Updated: 6 September 2026

EVENT TERMS & CONDITIONS

CONTENTS

1. ABOUT GIM AND GICo
2. ABOUT GIM EVENTS AND GIFFTE
3. EVENT COMPONENTS
4. REGISTRATIONS, BOOKINGS AND ACCEPTANCE
5. TICKETS AND REGISTRATION
6. TRADE EXPO AND EXHIBITION PARTICIPATION
7. EXHIBITION BOOTHS
8. BOOTH ALLOCATION
9. EXHIBITION SUPPLIER AND BOOTH UPGRADES
10. BOOTH REQUIREMENTS AND DISPLAY STANDARDS
11. EXHIBITOR PRODUCTS AND ONSITE SALES
12. EXHIBITION SETUP, INSPECTION AND BUMP-OUT
13. RUNWAY PARTICIPATION
14. INTERNATIONAL INDIGENOUS RUNWAYS
15. GLOBAL INDIGENOUS RUNWAY
16. GLOBAL INDIGENOUS GALA AND AWARDS
17. SPEAKERS AND SPEAKING OPPORTUNITIES
18. BUYERS AND B2B PARTICIPATION
19. SPONSORSHIP
20. SPONSORSHIP ACTIVATIONS
21. FEES, GST AND PAYMENT
22. CANCELLATION AND REFUNDS
23. EVENT CHANGES
24. EVENT POSTPONEMENT
25. EVENT CANCELLATION BY GIM
26. FORCE MAJEURE
27. EXHIBITOR INSURANCE
28. LOSS, DAMAGE AND THEFT
29. VENUE, SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE
30. PROHIBITED CONDUCT
31. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
32. EXHIBITOR AND DESIGNER INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
33. PHOTOGRAPHY, VIDEO, RECORDING AND EVENT IMAGERY
34. DESIGNER, MODEL AND PARTICIPANT IMAGE RIGHTS
35. INTERNATIONAL PARTICIPANTS
36. INTERNATIONAL EVENTS AND STANDALONE RUNWAYS
37. PRIVACY
38. THIRD-PARTY PROVIDERS AND SUPPLIERS
39. CONSUMER GUARANTEES AND AUSTRALIAN CONSUMER LAW
40. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
41. PARTICIPANT INDEMNITY
42. DISPUTE RESOLUTION
43. GOVERNING LAW
44. CHANGES TO THESE TERMS
45. SEVERABILITY
46. NO WAIVER
47. ASSIGNMENT
48. ENTIRE AGREEMENT
49. CONTACT

These Event Terms & Conditions (“Terms”) apply to participation in, attendance at, exhibition at, sponsorship of, or engagement with events, programmes, exhibitions, trade expos, runway presentations, gala events, conferences, networking activities, activations and related activities organised, promoted or delivered by Global Indigenous Management (“GIM”) and, where applicable, Global Indigenous Co (“GICo”).

GIM and GICo may work together in developing, promoting, administering or delivering events and programmes. The entity responsible for a particular event, booking, transaction or activity may be identified in the relevant booking, registration, application, invoice, agreement or event information.

These Terms apply to events held in Australia and, where applicable, events or programmes held internationally.

By submitting an application, making a booking, purchasing a ticket, registering for an event, accepting sponsorship or exhibition arrangements, making payment, or otherwise participating in a GIM or GICo event, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

If you are entering into an agreement on behalf of a company, organisation, designer, brand or other entity, you confirm that you have authority to bind that entity to these Terms.

1. ABOUT GIM AND GICo

Global Indigenous Management (“GIM”) develops and delivers initiatives relating to Indigenous business, fashion, creative industries, exhibitions, trade, networking, cultural activities and related commercial activities.

Global Indigenous Co (“GICo”) may work with GIM in connection with events, programmes, trade activities, business development, exhibition activities, partnerships and other initiatives.

GIM and GICo may engage with:

• Indigenous businesses;
• designers;
• brands;
• manufacturers;
• retailers;
• suppliers;
• buyers;
• exhibitors;
• sponsors;
• performers;
• models;
• speakers;
• industry representatives;
• cultural participants;
• celebrities;
• influencers;
• media;
• partners; and
• other organisations and individuals.

Where GIM and GICo jointly deliver an event or activity, these Terms may apply to the relevant engagement regardless of which entity is identified in the event material.

2. ABOUT GIM EVENTS AND GIFFTE

GIM develops and delivers a range of Indigenous and international events and programmes.

These may include the Global Indigenous Fashion Festival & Trade Expo (“GIFFTE”) and its associated programmes.

GIFFTE may bring together Indigenous businesses, designers, manufacturers, buyers, retailers, sponsors, industry representatives, cultural participants, media and other stakeholders.

GIFFTE may include:

• the Fashion Trade Expo;
• trade and business exhibitions;
• Indigenous and international fashion programmes;
• International Indigenous Runways;
• the Global Indigenous Runway;
• the Global Indigenous Gala;
• Gala Awards;
• business-to-business meetings;
• networking and business-matching;
• buyer and retailer activities;
• workshops;
• presentations;
• forums;
• cultural activities;
• sponsor and partner activations;
• media activities; and
• other related programmes.

Not every event will include every component.

GIM may also conduct individual events, runway presentations, fashion programmes, trade activities, gala events or other activities outside the principal GIFFTE festival dates or at locations separate from the main festival.

3. EVENT COMPONENTS

Individual GIM or GICo events may include one or more of the following:

• trade exhibitions;
• exhibition booths;
• business-to-business programmes;
• networking;
• Indigenous fashion presentations;
• runway programmes;
• international runway programmes;
• designer showcases;
• emerging designer programmes;
• the Global Indigenous Runway;
• the Global Indigenous Gala;
• awards and recognition programmes;
• conferences;
• forums;
• cultural programmes;
• sponsor activations;
• media activities; and
• other event activities.

The components, programme, participants and inclusions of each event will be communicated through the relevant event information, booking page, application, registration or agreement.

4. REGISTRATIONS, BOOKINGS AND ACCEPTANCE

Submission of a registration, expression of interest or booking request does not automatically guarantee acceptance.

GIM may assess applications having regard to:

• event capacity;
• suitability;
• event objectives;
• Indigenous participation;
• industry relevance;
• designer or brand suitability;
• available exhibition space;
• sponsorship availability;
• programme requirements;
• venue requirements;
• safety;
• cultural considerations; and
• other reasonable operational considerations.

A contract is formed when GIM:

1. confirms acceptance in writing;
2. issues an invoice or booking confirmation; or
3. otherwise confirms the booking or participation,

whichever occurs first.

GIM may decline a registration where reasonably necessary to protect the integrity, safety, objectives or operation of an event.

Where GIM declines a registration after payment has been received, GIM will refund the amount paid for the declined booking, unless otherwise agreed or where applicable law requires a different remedy.

Expressions of Interest

Where GIM invites an Expression of Interest (“EOI”), submission of an EOI is an application to be considered for participation and does not constitute a booking, reservation, acceptance or confirmation of participation.

An EOI does not guarantee:

• acceptance;
• participation;
• exhibition space;
• a particular booth or location;
• selection as a speaker;
• inclusion in a particular programme;
• access to a particular buyer or B2B opportunity; or
• any other specific event opportunity.

GIM may review EOIs having regard to event capacity, programme requirements, industry relevance, suitability, available opportunities and other reasonable operational considerations.

Where an EOI is accepted or shortlisted, GIM may contact the applicant to discuss the relevant participation arrangements, which may include further information, approval, registration, payment or a separate agreement.

For exhibition opportunities where both paid bookings and EOIs are available, paid and confirmed bookings will generally be processed according to the applicable booking timestamp and availability. An EOI does not reserve exhibition space, and exhibition spaces may become unavailable before an EOI is converted into a paid booking.

5. TICKETS AND REGISTRATION

Event tickets and registrations are issued to the individual or entity named in the booking.

Tickets may be:

• electronic;
• mobile;
• printed; or
• issued through GIM’s nominated registration platform.

Tickets may be subject to verification at the venue.

GIM may require reasonable identification or other evidence to confirm registration.

Unless otherwise stated at the time of purchase, a ticket includes only the event access and inclusions expressly identified on the relevant booking page or registration.

Unless otherwise stated, tickets do not include:

• accommodation;
• travel;
• parking;
• additional meals;
• exhibition space;
• sponsorship;
• runway participation; or
• other services not expressly included.

5.1 Ticket Cancellation

Unless otherwise stated at the time of purchase, tickets are non-refundable for change of mind.

This includes circumstances where a ticket holder:

• decides not to attend;
• is unable to attend for personal reasons;
• arrives after the relevant entry period; or
• is otherwise unable to attend for reasons unrelated to GIM or the event.

Tickets may not be resold, transferred or commercially exploited without GIM’s written approval.

Nothing in these Terms excludes, restricts or modifies any refund, remedy or other right that cannot lawfully be excluded or limited under applicable law, including the Australian Consumer Law.

6. TRADE EXPO AND EXHIBITION PARTICIPATION

Exhibitors participate in the relevant GIM or GICo trade exhibition through the booth or exhibition package accepted by GIM.

Exhibition participation may include opportunities to present products, collections, brands and businesses to buyers, retailers, wholesalers, distributors, industry representatives and other event participants.

Exhibitor Information and Product Images

As a condition of exhibition participation, exhibitors must provide GIM and/or GICo with suitable, current and good-quality images of the products they intend to exhibit.

Product images may be used by GIM and/or GICo for:

• exhibitor listings;
• event websites and webpages;
• digital exhibitor directories;
• event programmes;
• promotional material;
• social media;
• media and publicity;
• presentations; and
• other reasonable promotional purposes connected with the exhibition and the exhibitor’s participation.

GIM and/or GICo may specify reasonable requirements regarding the format, quality, size or number of product images required for event and promotional purposes.

The exhibitor is responsible for ensuring that it has all necessary rights and permissions to provide the product images to GIM and/or GICo and for their use for the purposes described in these Terms.

Where product images contain identifiable individuals, the exhibitor must ensure that any required permissions or consents have been obtained.

By providing product images, the exhibitor grants GIM and GICo a non-exclusive, royalty-free licence to reproduce, publish, display, communicate and distribute those images for the purposes described above.

GIM and/or GICo may resize, crop or make reasonable technical adjustments to product images to meet publication or display requirements.

Product images must accurately represent the products being exhibited.

GIM may request replacement images where supplied images are unsuitable for publication, materially inaccurate, of insufficient quality or inconsistent with the exhibition’s presentation requirements.

Failure to provide the required product images may affect the exhibitor’s ability to be included in exhibitor listings, promotional material, event publications or other promotional opportunities.

Exhibitor categories include:

GIFFTE Runway Designer

GIFFTE Runway Designers featured in the International Spotlight Runways and the Global Indigenous Runway.

Indigenous-Owned Brands & Businesses

Local and international Indigenous designers, artists and creatives, including Indigenous-owned brands, businesses and organisations that are 51% or more Indigenous-owned.

Industry, Corporate & Government

Non-Indigenous businesses, government organisations and education providers participating in or supporting the festival, including manufacturers, suppliers, retailers, wholesalers, distributors, corporations, government agencies, universities, schools, training providers and other relevant industry organisations.

GIM may determine or amend categories where reasonably necessary to ensure appropriate positioning within the exhibition.

7. EXHIBITION BOOTHS

Booth sizes, inclusions and prices are stated on the relevant exhibition booking page, registration form, invoice or booking confirmation.

Unless otherwise stated, booth pricing:

• is in Australian dollars;
• excludes GST where expressly stated;
• is subject to applicable GST; and
• does not include exhibitor staff registration unless expressly stated.

All staff working at or representing an exhibitor must be appropriately registered.

Unless expressly included, booth pricing does not automatically include:

• furniture;
• additional electricity;
• additional lighting;
• signage;
• additional internet;
• specialist display equipment;
• freight;
• storage;
• labour;
• custom booth construction;
• additional branding;
• carpet, flooring; or
• other optional services.

Exhibition participation is a separate registration process. Registering for an exhibition booth does not automatically include or guarantee runway participation. Runway participation requires a separate application and registration process.

Booth Registration Inclusions

Unless otherwise stated on the applicable exhibition booking page, an exhibition booth booking includes the exhibition space and the standard inclusions specified for that booth package, including standard power and shared internet access where stated.

Each booth registration includes one Booth Staff Representative only.

The included Booth Staff Representative receives three-day access to the Trade Expo, three-day access to applicable Industry Sessions only, and an event entry photo ID and lanyard.

Additional Booth Staff Representatives may be registered at the applicable fee specified on the relevant exhibition booking page or registration platform.

Purchasing additional booth space or upgrading a booth design does not automatically include additional Booth Staff Representatives.

All Booth Staff Representatives must be separately registered in accordance with GIM’s registration requirements.

Meals and catering are not included in booth registration unless expressly stated. Food and beverage facilities are available onsite.

8. BOOTH ALLOCATION

Booth locations are allocated by GIM having regard to:

• booth size;
• exhibition layout;
• event requirements;
• exhibitor category;
• product / service type;
• operational requirements;
• accessibility;
• safety;
• venue requirements;
• sponsorship arrangements; and
• the date and time the completed booking and applicable payment are received.

Where a preferred location is requested, GIM will use reasonable endeavours to accommodate the request but does not guarantee a particular location unless expressly confirmed in writing.

GIM may reasonably relocate a booth where necessary because of:

• venue requirements;
• safety;
• operational requirements;
• changes to the exhibition layout;
• venue capacity;
• sponsorship requirements; or
• circumstances outside GIM’s reasonable control.

Where a relocation materially reduces the principal benefit of the booth, GIM will work with the exhibitor to provide a reasonable alternative.

Where exhibition space is limited, confirmed paid bookings will generally be processed according to the date and time the completed booking and payment are received, subject to booth availability and GIM’s allocation requirements.

An EOI does not establish priority over a confirmed paid booking and does not reserve exhibition space.

9. EXHIBITION SUPPLIER AND BOOTH UPGRADES

Standard exhibition booths may be supplied and installed by GIM’s nominated exhibition supplier.

Where an exhibitor wishes to customise or upgrade its booth, GIM may connect the exhibitor with the nominated exhibition supplier.

Optional services may include:

• furniture;
• lighting;
• signage;
• branding;
• display structures;
• flooring;
• electrical services;
• AV equipment;
• storage;
• custom booth construction; and
• other exhibition services.

Where an exhibitor contracts directly with the supplier, additional costs are payable directly to the supplier unless otherwise agreed in writing.

GIM is not responsible for the supplier’s separate contractual charges or obligations where the exhibitor contracts directly with that supplier.

10. BOOTH REQUIREMENTS AND DISPLAY STANDARDS

Exhibitors must operate their booth in a professional, safe, orderly and retail-ready manner appropriate to the nature of the exhibition and their products.

Products and displays must be presented to a professional standard that enables buyers, retailers, wholesalers, industry representatives and other event participants to clearly understand and assess the exhibitor’s products and business.

Depending on the nature of the business, retail-standard presentation may include:

• clean and professionally presented products;
• garments appropriately pressed, folded or hung;
• appropriate packaging or sale-ready presentation;
• clear branding and business identification;
• product descriptions and specifications;
• sizing, composition or care information where relevant;
• appropriate pricing, wholesale or trade information where applicable;
• professional signage;
• suitable display fixtures, racks, shelving or stands;
• product catalogues, lookbooks or other sales material where appropriate; and
• business and ordering contact information.

The presentation standard will take into account the nature of the exhibitor’s products and business. Retail-ready presentation does not require an exhibitor to sell directly to the public.

Booth Operation and Display Requirements

Unless otherwise approved by GIM:

• displays must remain within the allocated booth area;
• aisles and emergency accessways must remain clear;
• displays must not obstruct or encroach on neighbouring exhibitors;
• structures must comply with venue requirements;
• electrical equipment must comply with applicable requirements;
• exhibitors must not create excessive noise or unreasonable disturbance;
• hazardous or prohibited materials must not be brought into the venue;
• signage must remain within the allocated booth space;
• adhesives, fixtures or structures must not damage the venue;
• exhibitors must comply with reasonable venue and exhibition supplier requirements; and
• exhibitors must comply with reasonable directions from GIM.

Booths must be maintained in a clean, organised and professionally presented condition throughout the exhibition.

GIM may require an exhibitor to modify, reposition or remove a product, display, structure, signage or equipment that does not comply with these Terms, venue requirements, safety requirements or the professional operation of the exhibition.

11. EXHIBITOR PRODUCTS AND ONSITE SALES

Exhibitors may display and promote products and services in accordance with the relevant event arrangements. Exhibitors must not display, promote, offer for sale or distribute counterfeit, unauthorised copies, knockoffs or products that infringe another person’s intellectual property rights.

Products displayed or offered by an exhibitor must be lawfully produced, supplied and marketed by the exhibitor or with the necessary authority, licence or permission.

Where GIM reasonably believes that a product, design, brand, image, label or other material may be counterfeit, unauthorised, misleading or infringe another person’s intellectual property rights, GIM may require the exhibitor to remove or cease displaying, promoting, selling or distributing that item.

GIM may also require an exhibitor to provide reasonable information or evidence regarding the authenticity, ownership, licensing or authority to use a product, design, brand or other intellectual property.

Where onsite sales are permitted, exhibitors are responsible for:

• their own transactions;
• pricing;
• payment processing;
• receipts;
• refunds;
• warranties;
• product safety;
• consumer guarantees;
• taxation;
• compliance with applicable laws; and
• resolving disputes with customers.

GIM is not responsible for disputes between exhibitors and their customers.

Where onsite sales are not permitted, exhibitors must not conduct sales from the exhibition area.

12. EXHIBITION SETUP, INSPECTION AND BUMP-OUT

Exhibitors must comply with the setup, operating and bump-out times communicated by GIM, the venue or the nominated exhibition supplier.

Exhibitors may be required to:

• complete setup within specified times;
• keep their booth attended during required exhibition hours;
• participate in safety or compliance inspections;
• remove materials at the designated bump-out time;
• leave the allocated space clean and undamaged; and
• comply with venue loading, unloading and access requirements.

GIM may inspect exhibition spaces for safety, compliance and operational purposes.

Failure to comply may result in additional costs or other reasonable action, subject to applicable law.

13. RUNWAY PARTICIPATION

Participation in a GIM runway may be by:

• invitation;
• registration;
• selection;
• nomination;
• sponsorship arrangement; or
• other written agreement.

Runway participation is subject to:

• designer suitability;
• programme requirements;
• runway capacity;
• production requirements;
• model and talent requirements;
• venue requirements;
• safety;
• cultural considerations; and
• reasonable programme decisions by GIM.

Runway participation is a separate registration process. Registering for runway participation does not automatically include or guarantee exhibition space. Exhibition participation requires a separate application and registration process.

14. INTERNATIONAL INDIGENOUS RUNWAYS

GIM may present international Indigenous runway programmes featuring designers and participants from different countries and Indigenous communities.

Participants may include representatives from:

• Australia;
• Aotearoa New Zealand;
• Pacific Nations;
• South East Asia;
• Canada;
• the United States;
• Indigenous communities across the Americas; and
• other Indigenous communities and nations.

International runway presentations may occur:

• as part of GIFFTE;
• before or after the principal festival;
• as standalone runway events;
• in Australia; or
• internationally.

Dates, locations, participating designers and programme details will be communicated separately.

International participants are responsible for obtaining required visas, travel documents, permits and other documentation unless GIM has expressly agreed in writing to provide or arrange them.

Unless expressly stated, GIM does not provide or guarantee:

• international travel;
• accommodation;
• visas;
• immigration approval;
• freight;
• customs clearance;
• insurance;
• work permits; or
• other travel arrangements.

15. GLOBAL INDIGENOUS RUNWAY

The Global Indigenous Runway may form part of the principal or closing runway programme.

It may bring together representatives from participating Indigenous runway programmes.

Participation is subject to selection and programme requirements.

Participation in another GIM runway or programme does not automatically guarantee participation in the Global Indigenous Runway unless confirmed by GIM in writing.

16. GLOBAL INDIGENOUS GALA AND AWARDS

The Global Indigenous Gala may include:

• awards;
• recognition of Indigenous excellence;
• fashion presentations;
• cultural presentations;
• entertainment;
• networking;
• sponsor activations;
• dinner or hospitality; and
• other programmed activities.

The Gala may be held as part of GIFFTE or as a separate event.

Ticket inclusions, seating, dress requirements, programme details and hospitality arrangements will be communicated with the relevant booking.

17. SPEAKERS AND SPEAKING OPPORTUNITIES

GIM may invite or accept Expressions of Interest from individuals wishing to participate as speakers, presenters, panellists, moderators, facilitators or contributors to GIM or GIFFTE programmes.

Submission of a Speaker EOI does not guarantee selection, speaking participation or a particular speaking opportunity.

Speaker applications may be reviewed having regard to:

• relevant knowledge and experience;
• industry expertise;
• proposed topic;
• relevance to the event;
• programme requirements;
• audience suitability;
• availability;
• event capacity; and
• other reasonable programme considerations.

If selected, GIM may contact the applicant to discuss the proposed topic, speaking format, event component, availability and applicable arrangements.

A speaker’s participation may be subject to further written arrangements, including arrangements relating to:

• speaking requirements;
• presentation materials;
• fees or honoraria, where applicable;
• travel;
• accommodation;
• recording;
• photography;
• intellectual property; and
• promotional use of the speaker’s name, image and professional information.

Unless expressly agreed otherwise in writing, submission of a Speaker EOI does not create an entitlement to payment, reimbursement, travel, accommodation or other benefit.

18. BUYERS AND B2B PARTICIPATION

GIM may facilitate business-to-business (“B2B”) engagement between Indigenous businesses, designers, brands, manufacturers, exhibitors, buyers, retailers, wholesalers, distributors and other industry participants.

Unless expressly stated otherwise, participation in a B2B or business-matching programme is separate from booth registration, exhibitor staff registration, tickets and Industry Sessions and may be subject to separate eligibility requirements, registration, availability and fees.Buyers and B2B participants may participate through:

• registration;
• Expression of Interest;
• invitation;
• business matching;
• networking;
• scheduled meetings;
• trade exhibition activities; or
• other arrangements determined by GIM.

Submission of a Buyer or B2B EOI does not guarantee selection, registration, access to a particular exhibitor, business-matching opportunity, meeting, programme or other participation opportunity.

GIM may review Buyer and B2B applications having regard to:

• business or professional role;
• industry relevance;
• purchasing or commercial interests;
• event objectives;
• available capacity;
• business-matching requirements; and
• other reasonable operational considerations.

Where a Buyer or B2B participant is accepted, GIM may contact the applicant regarding registration, event access, business-matching opportunities, meetings or other relevant arrangements.

GIM does not guarantee that a Buyer or B2B participant will enter into a commercial relationship, transaction, purchase, agreement or other business arrangement with an exhibitor or other participant.

Any commercial transaction between a Buyer, B2B participant, exhibitor, designer, supplier or other participant is solely between those parties unless GIM has expressly agreed otherwise in writing.

GIM is not responsible for the quality, suitability, performance, delivery, payment, cancellation or other terms of any transaction between participants.

19. SPONSORSHIP

Sponsorship opportunities may be available in connection with GIFFTE and other GIM or GICo events, programmes, runways, exhibitions, awards, cultural programmes, business programmes and related activities.

GIM may facilitate sponsorship through an auspicing organisation that supports the event or programme and is able to receive or administer sponsorship funding in accordance with the applicable auspice arrangement.

Where sponsorship funding is received or administered through the auspicing organisation, that auspicing organisation is responsible for issuing any applicable receipt or documentation and determining the applicable tax treatment in accordance with its own requirements and applicable law.

GIM does not guarantee that any sponsorship payment, contribution or other amount will be tax deductible or receive any particular tax treatment.

Sponsorship inclusions and benefits will be those specified in the relevant sponsorship proposal, agreement, application, invoice or written confirmation.

20. SPONSORSHIP ACTIVATIONS

Sponsors must comply with:

• venue requirements;
• GIM and GICo brand requirements;
• event guidelines;
• applicable advertising laws;
• intellectual property requirements;
• approved sponsorship and activation arrangements;
• health and safety requirements; and
• reasonable directions from GIM.

Where an auspicing, sponsoring or supporting organisation has agreed to provide specific support, branding, promotional material, resources or other event assistance, the applicable arrangements will be those agreed with GIM in writing.

Activations requiring construction, electrical services, AV equipment, structures or specialist services may incur additional costs.

21. FEES, GST AND PAYMENT

Unless otherwise stated, prices are in Australian dollars (AUD).

Prices for Australian events will state whether GST is included or excluded.

Where prices are stated as excluding GST, applicable Australian GST will be added.

GIM will issue tax invoices where required.

Payment methods may include:

• credit card;
• debit card;
• online payment;
• invoice; or
• another payment method approved by GIM.

Online payments may be processed through Stripe or another payment processor nominated by GIM.

GIM does not ordinarily store complete payment card details where payment is processed through a third-party payment provider.

Unless otherwise agreed:

• invoices must be paid by the due date;
• GIM may restrict participation where payment remains outstanding;
• GIM may release an unpaid reservation;
• GIM may reallocate unpaid exhibition space; and
• reasonable recovery costs may be sought where permitted by law.

EOI and Registration Fees

An EOI does not require payment unless GIM expressly advises otherwise.

Where a particular registration, participation opportunity, ticket, service or programme requires payment, the applicable fee and payment requirements will be communicated to the applicant before payment is required.

Submission of an EOI does not create an obligation to make payment unless and until a paid booking or other paid arrangement is accepted and confirmed.

22. CANCELLATION AND REFUNDS

Cancellation and refund rights depend on the type of booking and the circumstances of the cancellation.

22.1 Event Tickets

Unless otherwise stated at the time of purchase, event tickets are non-refundable where the ticket holder:

• changes their mind;
• decides not to attend;
• is unable to attend for personal reasons;
• arrives after the relevant entry period; or
• is otherwise unable to attend for reasons unrelated to GIM or the event.

This does not apply where a refund or other remedy is required under applicable law.

22.2 Exhibition Booths

Exhibition booth bookings are subject to cancellation terms because GIM incurs venue, exhibition, administration, marketing, supplier and other costs in securing and delivering exhibition space.

An exhibitor may request cancellation of a booth booking by notifying GIM in writing.

Booth bookings are generally non-refundable once confirmed.

However, where GIM considers it appropriate, GIM may provide the exhibitor with a credit for all or part of the amount paid. Any credit will be determined having regard to:

• the date of cancellation;
• costs already incurred by GIM;
• supplier and venue commitments;
• whether the booth can be reallocated or resold; and
• other reasonable circumstances relating to the cancellation.

A credit is not automatically available and is at GIM’s discretion, except where a refund or other remedy is required by applicable law.

Any credit issued by GIM may be applied to a future GIM exhibition or event as specified by GIM.

22.3 Sponsorship

Sponsorship cancellation and refund arrangements will be governed by the relevant sponsorship agreement, booking confirmation or other written agreement.

Where no separate cancellation provision applies, sponsorship payments are generally non-refundable once confirmed, except where a refund is required by applicable law.

22.4 Runway Participation

Paid runway participation is generally non-refundable once confirmed, except where a refund is otherwise agreed by GIM in writing.

Where participation is unpaid, GIM may withdraw participation where reasonably necessary because of programme, safety, eligibility, venue or operational requirements.

22.5 Refund Processing

Where a refund is approved or required, GIM will generally refund the amount paid using the original payment method unless another method is agreed.

Refund processing times may depend on the applicable payment provider.

Nothing in these Terms excludes, restricts or modifies any right, remedy, guarantee or protection that cannot lawfully be excluded, restricted or modified under applicable law.

23. EVENT CHANGES

GIM may reasonably change:

• the event date;
• opening times;
• venue;
• event layout;
• programme;
• participating designers;
• exhibitors;
• speakers;
• performers;
• sponsors;
• runway participants;
• exhibition configuration; or
• individual sessions.

GIM will provide reasonable notice of material changes where practicable.

A change to an individual speaker, designer, performer or participant does not necessarily constitute cancellation of the event.

Where GIM makes a substantial change to the principal nature, date or venue of a paid event, GIM will assess the appropriate remedy in accordance with these Terms and applicable law.

Where appropriate, this may include:

• transfer to the revised event;
• credit;
• partial refund; or
• full refund.

24. EVENT POSTPONEMENT

If an event is postponed, GIM may transfer existing bookings and participation arrangements to the rescheduled event.

For exhibition booths, GIM may transfer the booth booking to the rescheduled event or, where appropriate, issue a credit for amounts paid.

Booth credits may be applied to the rescheduled event or another GIM exhibition or event nominated by GIM.

Event tickets remain subject to the ticket terms in Section 22.1 and are not converted into a general credit entitlement by a postponement.

Where applicable law provides a mandatory right to a refund or other remedy, nothing in these Terms limits or excludes that right.

25. EVENT CANCELLATION BY GIM

If GIM cancels an event, GIM will communicate the cancellation and available options to affected participants.Depending on the circumstances, GIM may offer:

• transfer to a rescheduled event;
• for exhibitors, a booth credit or transfer of the booth booking;
• replacement event participation; or
• a refund where required by applicable law or otherwise determined by GIM.

Tickets remain subject to Section 22.1, except where a refund is required by applicable law.

Exhibition booths remain subject to Section 22.2 and the specific arrangements communicated by GIM following the cancellation.

Where the law requires a refund, GIM will provide the refund in accordance with that legal requirement.

26. FORCE MAJEURE

A Force Majeure Event means an event outside GIM’s reasonable control that prevents or materially affects the ability to deliver an event.

This may include:

• natural disasters;
• severe weather;
• flood;
• fire;
• earthquake;
• epidemic or pandemic;
• war;
• terrorism;
• civil unrest;
• industrial action;
• government restrictions;
• venue closure;
• government direction;
• power or infrastructure failure;
• transport disruption;
• serious security incidents;
• border restrictions;
• public health emergencies; or
• other circumstances outside GIM’s reasonable control.

GIM will take reasonable steps to mitigate the effects of a Force Majeure Event.

Where an event is postponed or cancelled because of a Force Majeure Event, GIM will communicate the available options to affected participants.

27. EXHIBITOR INSURANCE

Exhibitors are responsible for obtaining appropriate insurance for their business, personnel, products, equipment and property.

This may include:

• public liability insurance;
• product liability insurance;
• property insurance;
• workers’ compensation insurance;
• travel insurance;
• equipment insurance; and
• other appropriate insurance.

GIM may require evidence of insurance where reasonably necessary.

Unless expressly stated otherwise, GIM does not insure exhibitor property.

28. LOSS, DAMAGE AND THEFT

Exhibitors, sponsors and participants remain responsible for their own property.

GIM is not responsible for loss, theft or damage to property except to the extent caused by GIM’s negligence or where liability cannot lawfully be excluded.

Participants should not leave valuable equipment, products or personal property unsecured.

29. VENUE, SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE

All participants must comply with:

• venue conditions of entry;
• health and safety requirements;
• emergency procedures;
• fire regulations;
• electrical requirements;
• building requirements;
• accessibility requirements;
• security requirements;
• exhibition supplier requirements; and
• reasonable directions from GIM or authorised venue personnel.

GIM may require a person to leave an event where reasonably necessary because of:

• safety concerns;
• unlawful conduct;
• serious misconduct;
• harassment;
• threatening behaviour;
• intoxication;
• property damage; or
• substantial interference with the event.

30. PROHIBITED CONDUCT

Participants must not:

• engage in unlawful conduct;
• harass, threaten or intimidate another person;
• damage venue or GIM/GICo property;
• interfere with emergency procedures;
• obstruct accessways;
• bring prohibited items into the venue;
• misuse event credentials;
• impersonate another participant;
• engage in unauthorised commercial solicitation;
• distribute material outside authorised areas; or
• materially disrupt the event.

Participant Removal and Exclusion

GIM may refuse entry to, suspend, restrict or require a participant, exhibitor, sponsor, designer, speaker, buyer, B2B participant, contractor, representative or other person to leave or cease participating in an event where GIM reasonably considers that the person:

• has breached these Terms;
• has breached an applicable event-specific agreement, booking condition or participation requirement;
• has failed to comply with reasonable directions from GIM, the venue or authorised event personnel;
• has provided false, misleading or materially incomplete information;
• is engaging in conduct that may adversely affect the safety, security, integrity, reputation or proper operation of the event;
• is displaying, promoting, selling or distributing products or materials that do not comply with these Terms or applicable law; or
• otherwise does not meet the applicable eligibility, participation, safety, compliance or operational requirements of the event.

Where reasonably practicable, GIM may give the participant an opportunity to address or remedy the issue before requiring them to leave or cease participation. However, GIM may require immediate removal or exclusion where reasonably necessary because of safety, security, unlawful conduct, serious misconduct, harassment, disruption, risk to other participants, or other circumstances requiring immediate action.

Where a participant is removed, excluded, suspended or otherwise prevented from participating because of their breach of these Terms or other applicable requirements, GIM is not required to provide a refund, credit or other compensation except where required by applicable law.

GIM may also restrict a participant from re-entering the event or participating in another GIM or GICo event where reasonably necessary having regard to the nature or seriousness of the conduct.

Nothing in this section limits any rights or remedies available to GIM or the participant under applicable law.

31. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

All GIM and GICo intellectual property remains the property of the relevant owner or its licensors.

This includes:

• names;
• logos;
• trademarks;
• event names;
• programme names;
• designs;
• graphics;
• photographs;
• videos;
• written materials;
• websites;
• databases;
• promotional material; and
• other created content.

Participation in a GIM or GICo event does not transfer ownership of GIM or GICo intellectual property.

Participants may use GIM or GICo names and logos for promotional purposes only where authorised.

32. EXHIBITOR AND DESIGNER INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

Exhibitors and designers retain ownership of their own:

• brands;
• designs;
• photographs;
• artwork;
• products;
• logos;
• trademarks; and
• other intellectual property.

By participating in a GIM or GICo event, an exhibitor or designer grants GIM and/or GICo a non-exclusive, royalty-free licence to use approved names, logos, images and promotional materials for reasonable purposes connected with:

• promoting the event;
• documenting the event;
• promoting the participant’s involvement;
• media coverage;
• social media;
• websites;
• future events;
• reports;
• archival purposes; and
• legitimate promotional activities.

GIM and GICo do not acquire ownership of the participant’s intellectual property through this licence.

33. PHOTOGRAPHY, VIDEO, RECORDING AND EVENT IMAGERY

GIM, GICo and their authorised contractors, photographers, videographers, event partners, media representatives and service providers may photograph, film, record or otherwise capture images, video and audio at GIM and GICo events.

This may include:

• GIFFTE;
• Fashion Trade Expo;
• International Indigenous Runways;
• Global Indigenous Runway;
• standalone runway events;
• Global Indigenous Gala;
• Gala Awards;
• networking events;
• business meetings;
• business-matching activities;
• workshops;
• presentations;
• forums;
• speakers and presenters;
• buyers and B2B participants;
• media activities; and
• other official event activities.

Images and recordings may be used for:

• event documentation;
• security and safety;
• archival purposes;
• news and media;
• social media;
• marketing;
• promotional material;
• digital content;
• publications; and
• future event promotion.

CCTV or other security systems may operate at event venues for security, safety and incident-management purposes.

Use of personal information and event imagery will be subject to the GIM/GICo Privacy Policy and applicable law.

34. DESIGNER, MODEL AND PARTICIPANT IMAGE RIGHTS

Where a designer, model, performer or other participant is specifically engaged by GIM or GICo, their engagement may be subject to a separate agreement dealing with:

• performance;
• modelling;
• appearance;
• image rights;
• fees;
• travel;
• accommodation;
• intellectual property;
• usage rights; and
• cancellation.

Where a separate agreement exists, that agreement will prevail over these Terms to the extent of any inconsistency.

For general event attendance and participation, the collection and use of event imagery will be handled in accordance with Section 33, the applicable registration or participation arrangements and the GIM/GICo Privacy Policy.

35. INTERNATIONAL PARTICIPANTS

International exhibitors, designers, sponsors, speakers and participants are responsible for complying with applicable:

• immigration requirements;
• customs requirements;
• taxation requirements;
• employment requirements;
• business requirements; and
• other legal requirements.

GIM does not guarantee that an international participant will obtain:

• a visa;
• work rights;
• entry permission;
• customs clearance;
• tax exemption; or
• permission to bring particular products or materials into a country.

Participants should obtain independent advice where required.

36. INTERNATIONAL EVENTS AND STANDALONE RUNWAYS

GIM may conduct international events and standalone runway programmes outside Australia.

These may include International Indigenous Runways, designer showcases, trade programmes, gala events and other activities.

An international event may have event-specific arrangements addressing:

• local laws;
• venue requirements;
• taxation;
• payment;
• refunds;
• immigration;
• insurance;
• consumer protection;
• exhibition requirements; and
• dispute resolution.

Where an international event-specific written agreement conflicts with these Terms, the event-specific agreement will prevail to the extent of the inconsistency.

37. PRIVACY

GIM’s collection, use, storage and handling of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy.

By using the Site or submitting personal information to GIM, you acknowledge that your personal information will be handled in accordance with the Privacy Policy.

38. THIRD-PARTY PROVIDERS AND SUPPLIERS

GIM and GICo may use third-party providers to deliver aspects of events, including:

• payment processors;
• registration platforms;
• exhibition contractors;
• venues;
• ticketing providers;
• accommodation providers;
• transport providers;
• security providers;
• technology providers;
• marketing providers;
• photographers;
• production companies; and
• other event suppliers.

Where a participant enters into a separate contract directly with a third-party provider, that contract is between the participant and the provider.

GIM is not responsible for the provider’s independent contractual obligations except to the extent required by law.

39. CONSUMER GUARANTEES AND AUSTRALIAN CONSUMER LAW

Nothing in these Terms excludes, restricts or modifies any right, remedy, guarantee or protection that cannot lawfully be excluded, restricted or modified under the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth), including the Australian Consumer Law, or applicable State or Territory legislation.

Where the Australian Consumer Law applies, statutory consumer guarantees and other non-excludable rights continue to apply.

Nothing in these Terms is intended to:

• exclude liability that cannot lawfully be excluded;
• remove statutory consumer guarantees;
• prevent a participant exercising a legal right; or
• create a contractual right inconsistent with applicable consumer protection legislation.

40. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

To the maximum extent permitted by law, GIM and GICo are not liable for indirect or consequential loss arising from participation in an event, including loss of anticipated profit, opportunity or business.

This limitation does not apply to liability that cannot lawfully be excluded or limited.

Nothing in these Terms excludes liability arising from GIM’s or GICo’s:

• fraud;
• wilful misconduct;
• unlawful conduct;
• negligence where liability cannot legally be excluded; or
• breach of a non-excludable statutory right.

Where liability can legally be limited, GIM’s or GICo’s liability will be limited to the extent permitted by law having regard to the nature of the service supplied.

41. PARTICIPANT INDEMNITY

To the extent permitted by law, an exhibitor, sponsor, designer or participant is responsible for loss or damage caused by their own:

• negligence;
• unlawful conduct;
• breach of these Terms;
• breach of venue requirements;
• infringement of another person’s intellectual property; or
• conduct of their employees, contractors or representatives.

Nothing in this clause requires a participant to indemnify GIM or GICo for loss caused by GIM’s or GICo’s own negligence, unlawful conduct or breach of a non-excludable legal obligation.

42. DISPUTE RESOLUTION

If a participant has a complaint or dispute concerning an event, booking or participation, they should first contact GIM in writing.

GIM will endeavour to resolve the matter reasonably and promptly.

GIM may request:

• supporting documentation;
• booking information;
• photographs;
• correspondence; or
• other relevant information.

Nothing in this clause prevents a person from exercising a statutory right or seeking assistance from an appropriate regulatory or dispute-resolution body.

43. GOVERNING LAW

For events held in Victoria, these Terms are governed by the laws of Victoria, Australia.

The parties submit to the courts and tribunals having jurisdiction in Victoria, subject to any mandatory jurisdictional rights available under applicable law.

For events held elsewhere in Australia, mandatory local laws applying to that event will also apply.

For international events, Section 36 applies.

44. CHANGES TO THESE TERMS

GIM may update these Terms from time to time to reflect:

• changes to events;
• changes to services;
• operational requirements;
• changes to technology;
• changes to business arrangements; or
• changes to applicable laws.

Updated Terms will be published or otherwise made available with an updated date.

Changes will generally apply to future bookings and registrations.

GIM will not use a later change to these Terms to retrospectively remove a substantive contractual right already agreed, except where permitted by law.

The Terms applicable to a booking will generally be those provided to the participant at the time the booking was made.

45. SEVERABILITY

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, unlawful or unenforceable, that provision will be read down or removed to the extent necessary.

The remaining provisions will continue to operate to the extent permitted by law.

46. NO WAIVER

A failure or delay by GIM or GICo to enforce a provision of these Terms does not constitute a waiver of that provision.

A waiver must be given in writing to be effective.

47. ASSIGNMENT

A participant must not transfer or assign its:

• booking;
• exhibition space;
• sponsorship;
• ticket;
• runway participation; or
• other participation rights

to another person or entity without GIM’s written consent, except where applicable law provides otherwise.

GIM and GICo may transfer, delegate or subcontract aspects of event delivery where reasonably necessary to operate the event.

48. ENTIRE AGREEMENT

These Terms, together with the relevant:

• application;
• booking confirmation;
• event information;
• sponsorship agreement;
• exhibition package;
• runway agreement;
• invoice;
• registration;
• ticket booking; and
• other written agreement issued by GIM or GICo,

form the agreement between GIM/GICo and the relevant participant for the applicable event.

Where there is an inconsistency, the following order will generally apply:

1. a signed event-specific agreement;
2. a signed sponsorship or participation agreement;
3. the booking confirmation or application;
4. event-specific written arrangements;
5. these Event Terms & Conditions.

For privacy matters, the applicable GIM/GICo Privacy Policy governs the handling of personal information.

For use of the GIM website, the GIM Website Terms & Conditions apply.

49. CONTACT

For questions regarding these Event Terms & Conditions, event participation, tickets, exhibition bookings, sponsorship, runway participation or other GIM/GICo event matters, please contact:

Global Indigenous Management

Email: info@globalindigenousmanagement.com

Website: Global Indigenous Management