Prize winners

We have 26 incredible prizes up for grabs, check back here again soon for more winner announcements and past prize details

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B. Muller (New Farm, QLD)

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Fly in the middle seat between 3 - 9 July and you could win a Stradbroke Island Brewery Tour from the skies

Stay at the Crystalbrook Vincent in the heart of Brisbane and prepare for an experience fit for adventure and beer enthusiasts alike. Hop onboard your own private helicopter and enjoy a curated inflight tasting of Straddie Brewing Co beers, whilst being flown over Stradbroke Island. Fly a lap of the island before landing at the brewery to continue your adventure on the ground. 

 Prize courtesy of Visit Brisbane

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Photo credit: Crystalbrook Vincent Brisbane

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C. Petrie (Colyton, NSW)

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Fly in the middle seat between 26 June - 2 July and you could win return flights to Tokyo 250,000 Velocity Points

Explore the cultural wonders of Japan, with return flights on Virgin Australia’s newest service to Tokyo for you and a friend, plus 250,000 Velocity Points.

With so many rewards on offer, the way you redeem these Points to build the perfect holiday is entirely up to you. 

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A. Gale (Greensborough, VIC)

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Fly in the middle seat between 19 - 25 June and you could win the ultimate Gold Coast experience

Spend 3 relaxing nights at the vibrant QT Gold Coast with breakfast daily whilst enjoying action-packed days of play, with an annual pass to Dreamworld, WhiteWater World and SkyPoint Observation Deck, a Hop On Brewery Tour to explore some of the region’s best brews, an adrenaline pumping Paradise Jet Boating Adventure Ride , and $250 to splurge on at some of the 220+ stores at Harbour Town Premium Outlet.

Prize courtesy of Destination Gold Coast, QT Gold Coast, Dreamworld, WhiteWater World, SkyPoint Observation Deck, Hop On Brewery Tours, Paradise Jet Boating and Harbour Town Premium Outlets

 

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N. King (Windsor, VIC)

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Fly in the middle seat between 12 - 18 June and you could win a Sea-to-Sky Tangalooma Island adventure

Take a friend to stay at the W Brisbane Hotel and explore the jewel of Moreton Bay together. You will cruise to Tangalooma Island Resort and take a scenic helicopter flight over Moreton Island. Then you’ll take on an activity that matches your speed - whether that’s sand tobogganing, snorkelling or whale watching. You’ll finish the day with a cocktail at the Wheelhouse deck, watching the wild dolphins come in to feed at sunset. 

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M.Benson (Bonogin, QLD)

Fly in the middle seat between 5 - 11 June and you could win an incredible Adelaide Illuminate Festival Experience

Take a walk on the bright side and discover one of Adelaide’s biggest winter events. Spanning the month of July with a series of free and ticketed events, Illuminate Adelaide takes over the city for a month-long celebration of art, light, music and technology. 

With overnight accommodation for two at the Crowne Plaza Adelaide and a comprehensive ticket package to attend some of Illuminate Adelaide’s best attractions, shake off the winter blues and let your curiosity run wild!

Prize courtesy of Illuminate Adelaide.

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Photo credit: Illuminate Adelaide

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J.Bowcock (Varsity Lakes, QLD)

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Fly in the middle seat between 29 May - 4 June and you could win a tropical island escape

Explore the wonders of Townsville with a 3-night stay for you and a friend at The Ville Resort Casino. Starting with a scenic Greater Palm Island group helicopter fly-over (featuring a private gourmet lunch on Havannah Island, of course), take the next day to relax on the scenic Magnetic Island, before finishing with a lunchtime sailboat experience in the bay. 

Prize courtesy of Townsville Enterprise Limited and Townsville Airport

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Photo credit: Townsville Helicopters

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J. Ritchie (Ardeer, VIC)

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Fly in the middle seat between 22 - 28 May and you could win an immersive Sydney arts & culture experience.

Stay 2 nights at Sofitel Sydney Wentworth and feel inspired by the city’s creative arts scene, with a guided State of The Art tour at the Art Gallery of NSW (including lunch at MOD), plus tickets to a musical of your choice from WICKED The Musical, or
TINA: The Tina Turner Musical for you and a friend.

Prize courtesy of Destination New South Wales

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Bottom right image photo credit: The Cast of WICKED, Broadway Production. Photographer: Joan Marcus

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C. Donald (North Lakes, QLD)

Fly in the middle seat between 15 - 21 May and you could win return flights to Samoa with Virgin Australia and 250,000 Velocity Points.

Say ‘Talofa Lava’ to the trip of a lifetime with flights for you and a friend to explore the hidden caves and pristine waters of Samoa, plus 250,000 Velocity Points

With so many rewards including flights, gift cards, car hire, luggage or a stay at a 5-star beach front resort (just to name a few!) – the way you redeem these Points to build the perfect holiday is entirely yours. 

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C. Singdheo

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Fly in the middle seat between 8 - 14 May and you could win return flights to Vanuatu with Virgin Australia and 250,000 Velocity Points.

Tropical paradise awaits – with return flights to Vanuatu for you and a friend plus 250,000 Velocity Points. 

With so many rewards including flights, gift cards, car hire, luggage or a stay at a 5-star beach front resort (just to name a few!) – the way you redeem these Points to build the perfect holiday is entirely yours. 

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T. Anderson (Lakeland, WA)

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Fly in the middle seat between 1 - 7 May and you could win a thrilling tropical North Queensland getaway including a swim with the crocs.

It’s the ultimate bucket list experience for you and four lucky friends: a swim with the crocs at Wildlife Habitat, day trips to the Great Barrier Reef and Daintree National Park and a zipline adventure. 

With a 3-night penthouse stay at the tranquil Pullman Port Douglas Sea Temple Resort & Spa, you’ll be ready and rested to experience the best Tropical North Queensland has on offer. 

Prize courtesy of Tourism Tropical North Queensland, Pullman Port Douglas, Reef Unlimited, Quicksilver cruises and Wildlife Habitat. 

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H. Serin (Oak Park, VIC)

Fly in the middle seat between 24 - 30 April and you could win flights to Europe and a once-in-a-lifetime luxury experience in Doha, Qatar experience for 2 people.

If return flights for you and a friend to a European destination of your choice with Qatar Airways isn’t enough - you’ll also enjoy 5-star luxury with an exclusive, once-in-a-lifetime experience in Doha between 6 – 8 October. This is one you won’t want to miss!

Flights courtesy of Qatar Airways

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G. Milliken (Kenthurst, NSW)

Fly in the middle seat between 17 - 23 April and you could win a Virgin Voyages 5-night cruise

Imagine this: you, a friend, and 5 nights of blissful cruising through the breathtaking Caribbean. We’re talking return flights to Miami with United Airlines (in Premium Economy) to hop aboard a Virgin Voyages cruise to explore the majestic Bahamas and pristine waters of Costa Maya in Mexico. You could be one middle seat away from this island-hopping adventure.

Prize courtesy of Virgin Voyages and United Airlines

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N. Palermo (Gladesville, NSW)

Fly in the middle seat between 10 - 16 April and you could win the Ultimate 2023 Toyota AFL Grand Final package

Win this one, and your team doesn’t even need to be playing for you to enjoy this year’s 2023 Toyota AFL Grand Final.  Dine at the ‘Before the Bounce’ pre-game lunch, get seats to the game, enjoy a pre-game boundary line experience, and entry to the AFL Grand Final after party.

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N. Walsh (Broadbeach, QLD)

Fly between 3 - 9 April and you could win a private island escape 

If you’ve ever wanted to say the phrase “I’m taking the helicopter to a private island,” this is the prize for you. Stay 2 nights at Dorsett Gold Coast in a Deluxe King Room (includes breakfast) and enjoy the ultimate private island escape. Arrive to a complete picnic set-up with a delicious gourmet platter, drinks and a 10-minute Scenic flight along the coast with Gold Coast Helicopters.

 

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J. Nixon (Flinders Lane, VIC)

Fly in the middle seat between 27 March - 2 April and you could win a Helicopter pub crawl

Yes, you read that right! A pub crawl by Helicopter. It’s a 5 pub, 7-hour extravaganza that you’ll never forget (no matter how much beer you sample at the pubs). But it doesn’t end there, you’ll also get an amazing look at Darwin and surrounds from above on your quest to find the Top End’s coldest beverage. You’ll also get a bonus scenic trip over Litchfield National Park Waterfalls to top it off.

Prize courtesy of Airborne Solutions.

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O. Peters (Leichhardt, NSW)

Fly in the middle seat between 20 - 26 March and you could win a home cinema bar cart

Before you ask - yes, it does come with a popcorn maker. This one-of-a-kind Virgin Australia bar cart has been retired from its airborne career, and redesigned to make movie nights even more wonderful from inside your living room. 

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R. Perry (South Yarra, VIC)

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Fly in the middle seat between 13 - 19 March and you could win a holiday snap turned into an artwork

Turn your favourite holiday memory into a wonderful one-of-a-kind piece of art. We’ll commission prominent Australian artist Louis Wayling to paint a unique piece based on your favourite holiday photo. 

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H. Matheson (Metford, NSW)

Fly in the middle seat between 6 - 12 March and you could win the Ultimate 2023 Toyota AFL Grand Final package

Win this one, and your team doesn’t even need to be playing for you to enjoy this year’s 2023 Toyota AFL Grand Final.  Dine at the ‘Before the Bounce’ pre-game lunch, get seats to the game, enjoy a pre-game boundary line experience, and entry to the AFL Grand Final after party.

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A. Yardley (Greenwood, WA)

Fly in the middle seat between 27 February - 5 March and you could win a Spicers Peak Heli Tour

You haven’t seen Brisbane until you’ve seen it via helicopter. Stay 2 nights at the Emporium South Bank and witness the wonderful sights of South-East Queensland from the skies, with a return scenic helicopter flight to the luxurious Spicers Peak Lodge, Maryvale. Take in the views of the World Heritage Listed national park backdrop and enjoy an award-winning gourmet dining experience at Restaurant Peak.

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Prize courtesy of Brisbane Economic Development Agency.

Photo credit: Spicers Retreats

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B. Moseley (Tamarama, NSW)

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Fly in the middle seat between 20 - 26 February and you could win a home cinema bar cart

Before you ask - yes, it does come with a popcorn maker. This one-of-a-kind Virgin Australia bar cart has been retired from its airborne career, and redesigned to make movie nights even more wonderful from inside your living room. 

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C. Juebner (Hawthorn East, VIC)

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Fly in the middle seat between 13 - 19 February and you could win a Port Lincoln Shark Dive

This prize is truly one for the bucket list. Go diving with great white sharks for a once-in-a-lifetime shark cage experience in Port Lincoln. Enjoy a 2-night stay at the Port Lincoln Hotel and explore everything that the seafood capital of Australia has to offer. 

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Prize courtesy of South Australian Tourism Commission

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N. Nati (Castle Hill, NSW)

Fly in the middle seat between 6 - 12 February and you could win a VIP Carlton Football Club Experience

Here’s a prize that’ll never let you down, for the team that never lets you down. You and 3 of your mates will get up close and personal with the 2023 Carlton Football team at one of their home games, as they run on-field and warm-up. You’ll participate in the guard of honour for the team and enjoy reserve seats for the match. The winner will also walk away with a jumper signed by the 2023 team and a Carlton FC merchandise pack.

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Prize courtesy of Carlton Football Club

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R. Blanch

Fly in the middle seat between 30 January - 5 February and you could win a Sydney seaplane adventure

This is a real pearler of a prize. Feel lost for words on this Sydney escape as you stay overnight at Kimpton Margot Sydney, followed by a day trip by seaplane to Broken Bay Pearl Farm. Enjoy a tour and an immersive pearl grading experience, plus an exclusive picnic lunch. You’ll even get your very own wonderful pearl to take home. 

Prize courtesy of Destination New South Wales
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S. Samuel

Fly in the middle seat between 23 - 29 January and you could win a 5-night cruise to Tasmania

Set sail from Melbourne to all the temptations of Tasmania aboard the wonderful Resilient Lady. Arriving in Hobart, you’ll have time to explore the island’s whimsical capital and the wild north-western shores of Burnie. 

Prize courtesy of Virgin Voyages

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M. Macuga (Ascot, QLD)

Fly in the middle seat between 16 - 22 January and you could win tickets to your AFL team’s away games for the 2023 Toyota AFL Premiership season (excluding quarter, semi and grand final games)

Feel free to consider yourself an honorary member of the team, with flights and tickets to the away games of your team for the 2023 Toyota AFL Premiership season. Excludes quarter, semi and grand final games.

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K.A. Carey Hussey (Joondanna, WA)

Fly in the middle seat between 9 - 15 January and you could win a tickets on the annual Virgin Australia Pride Flight


Experience the famously fun and fabulous Virgin Australia Pride Flight, Business Class to Sydney for the always wonderful Sydney Mardi Gras, 2023. The prize includes accommodation in Sydney and connecting return flights from your closest local Virgin Australia port.

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P. King (Murrumbeena, VIC)

Fly in the middle seat between 2 - 8 January and you could win a 2-night stay at Hamilton Island's luxury resort, qualia



Are you ready for the VIP experience? Well, it’s all here in this prize. Fly to Hamilton Island for the best it has to offer, with a 2-night stay in a Leeward Pavilion at the island’s luxury resort, qualia. Enjoy breakfast, a Talk and Taste culinary experience, your own electric golf buggy and even a 24hr chauffeur service. Take a scenic helicopter flight over Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet, Whitsunday Island, Hook Island & Heart Reef, with use of the Heart Reef Pontoon and all snorkelling equipment provided. And of course, there’s sparkling wine to finish.

Prize courtesy of Hamilton Island Enterprises Ltd

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H. Mol (Lenah Valley, TAS)

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Fly in the middle seat between 26 December - 1 January and you could win a flight for two people for each month of the year plus a year of Lounge access


Cosy up to the movers, shakers and decision makers with a 12-month Lounge membership and 12 domestic Economy flights for two people to anywhere on the Virgin Australia network.

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J. Li 

Fly in the middle seat between 19 - 25 December and you could win a Platinum Status upgrade and a million Velocity Points


Ever wanted to be a Velocity Points millionaire? Well, here's your chance. If you win the Middle Seat Lottery this week, you'll get a million Velocity Points transferred to your Velocity account, plus an upgrade to Platinum Status.

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L. Case (Goulburn, NSW)

Fly in the middle seat between 12 - 18 December and you could win a 5-night cruise to Tasmania


Set sail from Melbourne to all the temptations of Tasmania aboard the wonderful Resilient Lady. Arriving in Hobart, you’ll have time to explore the island’s whimsical capital and the wild north-western shores of Burnie.

Prize courtesy of Virgin Voyages

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L. De Leon (Thornlands, QLD)

Fly in the middle seat between 5 - 11 December and you could win a day spa-themed bar cart


Who says you can’t put relaxation on wheels? Straight from the aircraft aisle to you, this Virgin Australia bar cart has been refurbished into the most zen cart you could imagine. It comes fully stocked with everything you need to give your living room that Day Spa feel.

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L. Bradford (Carramar, WA)

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Fly in the middle seat between 28 November- 4 December and you could win a McLaren Vale Food and Wine experience


This one’s for the foodies. Get a taste of the most wonderful food and wine that McLaren Vale has to offer, with an exclusive behind-the-scenes day tour with Simon Burley, Coast & Co, where you’ll play the winemaker with an interactive d'Arenberg Blending Bench experience. And to top it off, finish with a Helivista helicopter tour to see the region by air. This prize includes Economy flights to Adelaide and a 2-night stay at the Hotel Indigo. Prizes courtesy of South Australian Tourism Commission.

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Prize courtesy of South Australian Tourism Commission

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Fly in the middle seat between 21 - 27 Nov and you could win a Cairns adventure package


Two nights of thrilling adventure for you and a friend in the tropical oasis of Cairns. That includes accommodation, return flights, and a range of thrilling adventures, if you dare. Bungy jumping, giant swinging, river rafting or tubing in the great Barron River — this adventure could be one middle seat away. 

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Prize courtesy of Tourism Tropical North Queensland

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C. Richards (Melbourne, VIC)

Fly in the middle seat between 14 - 20 Nov and you could win a disco-inspired bar cart to get the party started


This Virgin Australia bar cart has been rolled off the plane to be transformed into a one-of-a-kind disco-themed bar cart. It’s fully equipped to add a little extra ‘Wonderful’ to your next party.
 

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N. Jayaraj (Mackay, QLD)

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Fly between 7 - 13 Nov and you could win a wonderful trip to Melbourne

This trip to Melbourne is packed full of all kinds of wonderful. During your 3-night stay at Sofitel on Collins, you’ll enjoy activities like a morning hot air balloon ride, a premium walking tour, tickets to Harry Potter and the Cursed Child with a VIP experience and even a helicopter ride to Yarra Valley for lunch at Levantine Hill Estate.

Prizes courtesy of Visit Victoria.

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D. Heath (Mcdowall, QLD)

Fly between 31 Oct - 6 Nov and you could win a Platinum Status upgrade and a million Velocity Points

Become a Velocity Points Millionaire, plus get an instant upgrade to Platinum Status. Ever wanted to be a Velocity Points millionaire? Well, here's your chance. Win the Middle Seat Lottery this week, and you'll get a million Velocity Points transferred straight into your VFF account, plus a Platinum Status upgrade.

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L. Jackson (Wilcannia, NSW)

Fly between 24 - 30 Oct and you could win flights to the USA for a Virgin Voyages 6-night cruise

Imagine this: you, a friend, and 6 nights of blissful cruising through the breathtaking Caribbean. We’re talking return flights to Miami to hop aboard a ‘Western Caribbean Charm’ Virgin Voyages cruise to beautiful Honduras, majestic Bahamas and the pristine waters of Costa Maya in Mexico. You could be one middle seat away from this island-hopping adventure.

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For full terms and conditions, view here.

The Promoter is Virgin Australia Airlines Pty Ltd (ABN 36 090 670 965) of registered address 275 Grey St, South Brisbane QLD 4101. The Promotion commences at 12:00am AEST on 24 October 2022 and ends at 11:59pm AEST on 23 April 2023 (Promotion Period). 

Entry is open to Velocity members who are: (1) Australian residents, (2) aged 18 years or over and (3) Virgin Australia guests that have flown on an Eligible Flight (“Entrants”). An Eligible Flight is a domestic Virgin Australia-operated flight where the Entrant was seated in a middle seat as reflected on their boarding pass and in Virgin Australia’s internal systems. The following are not Entrants: Virgin Australia Group employees (and their immediate families), employees of agencies associated with this Promotion, and individuals travelling on Staff Travel. To enter the Promotion, Entrants must, during the Promotion Period and within 48 hours after the scheduled departure time of their Eligible Flight: (i) navigate to the Middle Seat Lottery tile within the Virgin Australia app; (ii) select an Eligible Flight shown in the Virgin Australia app or retrieve the booking for their Eligible Flight using their Booking Reference and Surname; and (iii) select their name from the Eligible Flight booking, input their contact details and their valid Velocity membership number (if not pre-filled), and submit their entry. An Entrant will receive an Entry to the Relevant Draw Period based on the scheduled departure date of their Eligible Flight. Limit of one entry per Entrant for each Eligible Flight taken by the Entrant. There will be 26 Winners (one for each Relevant Draw Period). One Winner will be drawn for each calendar week (the “Relevant Draw Period”) of the Promotion Period following the Relevant Draw Period and will be notified within 2 business days of the draw (as set out in clause 16 of the full terms and conditions).  Winners will be awarded the Prize that is assigned to their Relevant Draw Period (set out in clause 22 of the full terms and conditions). The total prize value is $237,132 AUD (including GST). The Prizes are not exchangeable and cannot be taken as cash. Prizes may be subject to additional terms and conditions of Virgin Australia, Velocity Frequent Flyer, or third-party suppliers. If you wish to be removed from the Promotion, please email info@velocityfrequentflyer.com and provide your full name and Velocity membership number. Full competition terms and conditions can be accessed at virginaustralia.com/msl-terms-conditions. Game of Chance: Authorised under NSW Authority No.: TP/ 01843. Permit No’s: ACT TP22/ 00791 & SA T22/ 613.