Our latest competition tips & advice
Do I have to pay tax on competition prizes in Australia?
Written for Everyone - Published 24/05/2026
Wondering if you need to pay tax on competition prize winnings in Australia? Here's what the ATO says and what you need to know before and after you win.
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How to write a winning 25 words or less competition answer
Written for Compers - Published 24/05/2026
Master the most popular Australian competition format with our guide to writing 25 words or less answers that stand out and win.
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What happens after you win a competition? Your step-by-step guide
Written for Compers - Published 24/05/2026
Won a competition in Australia? Here's exactly what to expect after winning — from the notification call to collecting your prize.
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Why you should use Compaigns over other competition websites?
Written for Everyone - Published 10/09/2021
There are lots of competition websites that you can choose from, discover what makes Compaigns unique.
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Online scams and how to protect yourself against them
Written for Everyone - Published 24/08/2021
Scammers are getting increasingly sophisticated in their attempts to get your money or personal details. Be alert and protect yourself from being scammed by following our tips.
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Marketing to mums using competitions and giveaways
Written for Promoters - Published 17/08/2021
Competitions and giveaways are an excellent way to market your brand to mums. Here’s how you do it.
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What licence or permit do I need to run my competition in Australia?
Written for Promoters - Published 10/08/2021
Competitions are a great way to boost your business, build your mailing list, or increase social media followers, but Australia has some of the strictest legal requirements in the world and you need to follow them if you want to run a successful campaign.
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How to stay motivated when you aren't winning
Written for Compers - Published 09/08/2021
Entering competitions regularly sends you on a rollercoaster ride of emotions. How you get through the dips of not winning affects your chance to win the big prizes.
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Marketing to millennials using competitions and giveaways
Written for Promoters - Published 05/08/2021
Competitions and giveaways are great tools for attracting millennial customers. Here’s how to launch a successful campaign.
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Are online competitions just a scam?
Written for Compers - Published 01/08/2021
Are online promotions genuine and what hidden dangers lurk among the lure of luxurious prizes on offer?
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Running an online competition? Growth hack or sustainable business strategy?
Written for Promoters - Published 29/07/2021
Is an online competition a good way to grow your business? Take a look at this guide to find out.
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Game of chance vs game of skill, what is the difference?
Written for Everyone - Published 22/06/2021
Learn the difference between a game of chance competition and a game of skill competition.
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Tips for an organised email inbox
Written for Compers - Published 10/06/2021
We have collated these helpful tips to help keep a tidy inbox, which will definitely make your comping easier and make sure you don’t miss out on any wins.
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Win a once in a lifetime trip or experience
Written for Compers - Published 07/05/2021
Are you looking to win an all-expense paid holiday or amazing money can't buy experience? Well, you’ve come to the right place! Check out our tips and favourite holiday competitions.
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The top mistakes compers make
Written for Compers - Published 16/04/2021
There is always a possibility of making mistakes when entering competitions. We have laid out a few common mistakes and tips to help you avoid them.
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The truth about regularly entering competitions
Written for Compers - Published 01/04/2021
The results are in from our latest member survey, and it's time to give you an insight into how our members are going and if they are winning.
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Why entering competitions should be your new-found hobby
Written for Compers - Published 26/03/2021
Entering competitions, or ‘comping’, can be one of the most rewarding hobbies that someone can pick up, and when we say ‘rewarding’, we mean it.
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Top tips for new compers to win their first competition
Written for Compers - Published 24/03/2021
Are you new to regularly entering competitions? See what tips regular compers shared in our recent survey.
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Find and win Australia's best competitions, prizes and giveaways
Written for Compers - Published 24/03/2021
Who doesn't like getting something for free? What if you won a new car, a stack of cash or an all-expenses-paid holiday... Find out how to find Australia's best competitions online for free and win them with a little investment of your time.
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Adding your competition to our platform
Written for Promoters - Published 24/03/2021
Listing your competition on our site is easy and free, however, we will have to check some details before we add your competition to our website, allowing us to control the quality of competitions listed on our platform.
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Our 10 top tips for winning competitions
Written for Compers - Published 24/03/2021
Entering competitions in your spare time can be a very exciting and profitable activity, plus the added bonus of getting something for free has a certain appeal.
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How to write terms and conditions for your competitions
Written for Promoters - Published 24/03/2021
Even though most people may not read your terms and conditions before entering, they will help protect you as a promoter and list some key information that you can share about the competition.
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How to read competition terms and conditions
Written for Compers - Published 24/03/2021
This page will help you read terms and conditions and help you decide for yourself if a competition is worth entering.
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