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1st to 8th February 2025
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| Tournament Organiser: | Tim Runting | Contact via: manager@qldbridge.com.au |
| Manager: | Kim Ellaway | 0412 064 903 |
| On-site Manager | Richard Ward | Contact via: manager@qldbridge.com.au |
| Chief Tournament Director: | Dr Laurie Kelso | Contact via: manager@qldbridge.com.au |
| Chief Scorer: | Matthew McManus | Contact via: manager@qldbridge.com.au |
| Entries Coordinator: | Jacqui Dudurovic | +61 466 44 44 25 |
Looking for a partner or team mates? Partnership Coordinator: | Toni Bardon | 0401 082 054 |
| Accommodation & Local Area Enquiries | Sue Smith | 0429 056 445 |
Links
Below are links to all the information on the Gold Coast Congress.
Simply click on the purple link to access the information.
2. Links for Notifications
You can receive notifications such as congress results and draws on your phone or smart watch.
The messages are handled through the My ABF mobile App, available on the
Apple App store 
or Google App store 
3. Links to GCC Event Information
GCC Information Manual - 15.12.24
4. Links to My ABF Information
New Players Information
To submit an entry to any event, you need an ABF number and to be registered on My ABF.
International players may submit their entries by emailing the GCC Entries Coordinator, Jacqui Dudurovic at gccentries@qldbridge.com.au .
Steps to take:
i. ABF Number:
To obtain an ABF number, please email masterpoints@abf.com.au with your name, gender, date of birth and for NZ players - NZB.
If you already have an ABF number but can't remember it, you may search for it by clicking on the following link to the ABF Masterpoint Centre .
ii. My ABF:
To register on My ABF, please follow the instructions below.
It only takes a couple of minutes.
- Register at this website: https://www.myabf.com.au/view
- Click on ‘SIGN UP’, which will take you to this page https://www.myabf.com.au/accounts/register .
- Enter your ABF number, Name, Email address and a password that’s easy to remember. This is to avoid having to reset the password.
- Once you have entered the information, you will be sent an email to activate your account. Check spam for the activation email if it isn't in your Inbox.
- Follow the prompts in the Activation email. Once you have activated your account, update your profile and settings.
- For more information on registering on My ABF click on the following link - My ABF Resources and How to Sign Up .
To Withdraw an Entry or Request a Refund.
5. Links to GCC Entry Information
GCC Eligibilty Requirements - 16.12.24
6. Links to Useful Information for Players
Frequently Asked Questions - 18.07.24
Handy Guide for Novice Players - Being Updated
Help Before Play Information - 30.05.24
Rookie to Novice Players Events - 09.06.24
7. Links to "Guest Speaker" Information
To be confirmed
8. Links to Sponsors and Charities Information
9. Links to Other Information
Shared Accommodation - 03.12.24
GENERAL INFORMATION
Location - Gold Coast Convention Centre
Transport
The Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre (GCCEC) is located at Broadbeach at Australia's glorious Gold Coast in QLD.
The Gold Coast is a major tourist destination known for its sunny sub tropical climate and its 70km of long white sandy beaches. A surfer's paradise!
Close to the venue is a diverse offering of accommodation catering for all tastes and a great variety of shopping, restaurants, nightlife and entertainment.
Transport options to the Venue
Transport to Broadbeach from Brisbane Airport:
Train and tram is the cheapest way to get to Broadbeach - approximately $45 per person - Airtrain.com.au
Door to Door shuttle service - approximately $55 per person - Con-X-ion
Transport to Broadbeach from Gold Coast Airport:
Taxi is approximately $80
Public Transport information may be found at Gold Coast Airport website
Con-X-ion Shuttle service and Link Transfers offer Door to Door service
Gold Coast Light Rail (GCLR) Road Works
GCLR is the largest transport project undertaken on the Gold Coast.
During construction there may be road works creating delays. Click on Traffic Changes and Works Notifications for the latest updates.
Catering
Refreshments:
There are numerous cafes a short walk from the GCCEC.
At the venue there is the following;
1. The GCC Bridge Coffee Shop sells coffee, bottles of water and biscuits.
Coffee vouchers can only be purchased at the GCC Bridge Coffee Shop.
2. The Kombi Van will be open during the GCC offering café style take away food
and drinks, including barista made coffee.
Note: the Kombi Van does not accept Coffee Vouchers from the GCC Bridge Coffee Shop.
Additional Information
1. Air Conditioning: The air conditioning can make it cold in some areas of the venue.
For your comfort, we recommend you bring warm clothing.
2. Toilets: The two sets of toilet amenities outside the playing area are for use by GCC participants
NOT any other toilet amenities in the GCCEC.
3. Water: The GCCEC no longer have vending machines.
Please remember to bring your own water bottle or beverage.
The GCC Bridge Coffee Shop sells bottles of water.
There's more to the Gold Coast than the great Gold Coast Bridge Congress!
You will find your ideal holiday experience be it adventure or relaxation at the Gold Coast.
More information is available at Tourism Queensland.
PROGRAM
* For teams events Entry fee per player assumes a team of 4. Amounts will differ for teams of 5 or 6.
| Event | Full entry fee per player | Day | Time | Total entries | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bobby Richman Pairs Championship (Open) | 180 credits | Saturday | 01-02-2025 - 10am & 2:30pm | 230 | Enter View Entries |
| Sunday | 02-02-2025 - 10am & 2:30pm | ||||
| Monday | 03-02-2025 - 10am | ||||
| Bobby Richman Pairs Championship - Intermediate (Under 750 MPs) | 180 credits | Saturday | 01-02-2025 - 10am & 2:30pm | 132 | Enter View Entries |
| Sunday | 02-02-2025 - 10am & 2:30pm | ||||
| Monday | 03-02-2025 - 10am | ||||
| Bobby Richman Pairs Championship - Restricted (Under 300 MPs) | 180 credits | Saturday | 01-02-2025 - 10am & 2:30pm | 145 | Enter View Entries |
| Sunday | 02-02-2025 - 10am & 2:30pm | ||||
| Monday | 03-02-2025 - 10am | ||||
| Bobby Richman Pairs Championship - Novice (Under 100 MPs) | 180 credits | Saturday | 01-02-2025 - 10am & 2:30pm | 82 | Enter View Entries |
| Sunday | 02-02-2025 - 10am & 2:30pm | ||||
| Monday | 03-02-2025 - 10am | ||||
| Butler Swiss Pairs (Open) Saturday | 85 credits | Saturday | 01-02-2025 - 10am & 2:30pm | 110 | Enter View Entries |
| Butler Swiss Pairs (Under 500 MPs) Saturday | 85 credits | Saturday | 01-02-2025 - 10am & 2:30pm | 45 | Enter View Entries |
| Butler Swiss Pairs (Open) Sunday | 85 credits | Sunday | 02-02-2025 - 10am & 2:30pm | 122 | Enter View Entries |
| Butler Swiss Pairs (Under 500 MPs) Sunday | 85 credits | Sunday | 02-02-2025 - 10am & 2:30pm | 53 | Enter View Entries |
| Rookie Pairs (Under 10 MPs) Sunday AM | 50 credits | Sunday | 02-02-2025 - 10am | 24 | Enter View Entries |
| Butler Swiss Pairs (Open) Monday | 85 credits | Monday | 03-02-2025 - 10am & 2:30pm | 107 | Enter View Entries |
| Butler Swiss Pairs (Under 500 MPs) Monday | 85 credits | Monday | 03-02-2025 - 10am & 2:30pm | 59 | Enter View Entries |
| Teams Championship - Open | 220 credits* | Tuesday | 04-02-2025 - 10am & 2:30pm | 165 | Enter View Entries |
| Wednesday | 05-02-2025 - 10am & 2:30pm | ||||
| Thursday | 06-02-2025 - 10am & 2:30pm | ||||
| Teams Championship - Under 1500 MPs | 220 credits* | Tuesday | 04-02-2025 - 10am & 2:30pm | 62 | Enter View Entries |
| Wednesday | 05-02-2025 - 10am & 2:30pm | ||||
| Thursday | 06-02-2025 - 10am & 2:30pm | ||||
| Teams Championship - Intermediate (Under 750 MPs) | 220 credits* | Tuesday | 04-02-2025 - 10am & 2:30pm | 90 | Enter View Entries |
| Wednesday | 05-02-2025 - 10am & 2:30pm | ||||
| Thursday | 06-02-2025 - 10am & 2:30pm | ||||
| Teams Championship - Restricted (Under 300 MPs) | 220 credits* | Tuesday | 04-02-2025 - 10am & 2:30pm | 79 | Enter View Entries |
| Wednesday | 05-02-2025 - 10am & 2:30pm | ||||
| Thursday | 06-02-2025 - 10am & 2:30pm | ||||
| Teams Championship - Novice (Under 100 MPs) | 220 credits* | Tuesday | 04-02-2025 - 10am & 2:30pm | 25 | Enter View Entries |
| Wednesday | 05-02-2025 - 10am & 2:30pm | ||||
| Thursday | 06-02-2025 - 10am & 2:30pm | ||||
| Matchpoint Pairs (Under 50 MPs) Tuesday | 80 credits | Tuesday | 04-02-2025 - 10am & 2:30pm | 62 | Enter View Entries |
| Matchpoint Pairs (Under 50 MPs) Wednesday | 80 credits | Wednesday | 05-02-2025 - 10am & 2:30pm | 60 | Enter View Entries |
| Butler Swiss Pairs (Under 50 MPs) Thursday | 80 credits | Thursday | 06-02-2025 - 10am & 2:30pm | 45 | Enter View Entries |
| Rookie Pairs (Under 10 MPs) Thursday AM | 50 credits | Thursday | 06-02-2025 - 10am | 14 | Enter View Entries |
| Ivy Dahler Butler Swiss Pairs - Open | 120 credits | Friday | 07-02-2025 - 10am & 2pm | 202 | Enter View Entries |
| Saturday | 08-02-2025 - 10am | ||||
| Ivy Dahler Butler Swiss Pairs - Intermediate (Under 750 MPs) | 120 credits | Friday | 07-02-2025 - 10am & 2pm | 83 | Enter View Entries |
| Saturday | 08-02-2025 - 10am | ||||
| Ivy Dahler Butler Swiss Pairs - Restricted (Under 300 MPs) | 120 credits | Friday | 07-02-2025 - 10am & 2pm | 64 | Enter View Entries |
| Saturday | 08-02-2025 - 10am | ||||
| Ivy Dahler Butler Swiss Pairs - Novice (Under 100 MPs) | 120 credits | Friday | 07-02-2025 - 10am & 2pm | 34 | Enter View Entries |
| Saturday | 08-02-2025 - 10am | ||||
| Butler Swiss Pairs (Open) Friday | 85 credits | Friday | 07-02-2025 - 10am & 2pm | 29 | Enter View Entries |
Bank Transfer Details
The preferred payment method is Bridge Credits however if bank transfer is necessary ...
Account Name: QBA
BSB: 484 - 799
Account No: 452 338 505