7th Annual Autumn Billy-Cart Bash

Conditions of Entry.

You must read the below conditions before downloading and completing the Entry form!

Billy-carts must be constructed and have wheels attached in a safe manner.

Billy Carts must weigh no more than 100kg (without driver) carts will be weighed at the start of the day and cannot be altered after being passed. An overweight exemption may be granted at the discretion of the scrutineers, however no bicycle or pram wheel based cart will be allowed to exceed 100kg.

No loose or unsecured objects, weights etc are allowed in carts. (securely fixed weight bringing the cart up to the total weight limit is allowed)

Billy-carts must have some form of effective braking device (Brakes should be able to hold the cart on the hill without human or other assistance.)

Each entrant is responsible for holding the Billy-cart on the start line until started. You can use your brakes or have a parent/friend hold the cart. Push starts are not allowed and will result in disqualification. The entrant is responsible for getting back to the start line for the next run. A driver, car and trailer are present to bring some carts back up to the start line but we cannot guarantee they will be back in time for the next run. No drivers are allowed in the trailer whilst underway.

Billy-carts not to be powered in any way whatsoever other than gravity.

Traditional wooden carts with rope steering are NOT recommended and are generally not allowed.

Go Karts with engines removed are permitted and are ideal for juniors or novices.

Motorcycle Helmets and sturdy gloves must be worn. (Some helmets will be available on the day)

All entrants must wear long pants and long sleeve top - no exposed skin.

All entrants must be registered by the 16th of May 2003.

No entries will be accepted on the day except for the Parent/Child push event and best display cart.

Carts will be timed by stop-watch. We are trying to obtain electronic timing! Fastest time wins.

Most awesome cart means cool-looking or flash or colourful or special.

Ugliest cart means worn-looking, rough or just plain ugly.

Every non open entrant who runs down the hill receives a participation medallion.

The same cart can be used by up to 2 persons per age category, however each person must complete a separate entry with a signed indemnity. All entries require a completed and signed Indemnity Form and if the entrant is under 18, the indemnity must be signed by a parent or guardian (download indemnity here). This is an Insurance requirement. No Indemnity form, no run. Each entrant will be allowed two runs (time permitting).

Prizes: Prizes for the best looking cart, most awesome looking cart, and the ugliest cart. There will be a special prize for best display cart (for carts that do not run down the hill) Prizes to fastest times in each category and highest overall speed measured by police radar and Emergency Services Challenge.

Prizes will be presented by Community and Council Representatives.
Referees and safety officers: David Petrusma and Murray Armitage.

Organised by the Mt. Alexander Shire Council in association with Castlemaine Police, Castlemaine Blue Light Inc, Service Clubs, C.F.A. and S.E.S. Food and drinks will be available for purchase with proceeds to Castlemaine Swimming Club and local service groups. The whole family is welcome! Entry is free for participants and spectators!  I have read all the entry conditions and wish to download an entry form.