Where to play chess around Newcastle
Jan 4, 2025
2025 Newcastle Open
Category: Upcoming Tournaments
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Newcastle District Chess Association Inc
2025 PIRTEK NEWCASTLE OPEN
Venue:
Corner King and Union Streets, Newcastle
Dates:
Saturday 8th, February 2025 & Sunday 9th, February 2025
Rounds:
Saturday: 1. 10:30am 2. 1:30pm 3. 4:30pm
Sunday: 4. 10:00am Sharp 5. 1:00pm 6. 4:00pm
(Timings may vary slightly on the day depending on game duration)
Registration:
Saturday, 8th February from 9.30am - (early entry to venue is possible prior to Club opening time at 10.00am)
Pre-registration is appreciated and for further information contact Ron on 0414 57 1111 or 02 4954 9272 or email to rongroenhout@syneca.com.au.
Payments can be made online to:
Newcastle District Chess Association
Newcastle Permanent
BSB: 650000
Account number: 959460808
Account number: 959460808
Please make sure your payment has clear identification
In 2025 all players must pay entry fees
Entry fees:
Adults $60 and Concession/Juniors $50
Note: All NSW players are required to be members of the NSW Chess Association to play in this tournament (or to be members of the NSW Junior Chess League - if player is currently under 18). Membership to these organisations can be arranged in person on the day during registration process.
Rate of Play:
60 minutes + 10 sec increment per move for each player (Fischer system)
Players who have not appeared at their designated board by 30 minutes from the posted start time of the round will have their game deemed forfeited & lost