SMASH! Inc. defines a prop as any item which is large or heavy enough to cause harm to other attendees or property, or any item that resembles a weapon.<\/p>\n
SMASH! Inc. defines the Event Space as Exhibition Halls 1-4, Pyrmont Theatre, Convention Rooms, and Maid Cafe.<\/p>\n
Props that are over 1.5m in length and props that are worn as part of a cosplay or costume (wings, body armour, etc.) exceeding a 50cm radius around the body will not be allowed into the Event Space.\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n
Collapsible props will be measured at their full length. Collapsible props may be allowed into the venue on the condition that they are not opened indoors, depending on the individual characteristics of the prop, and the SMASH! Props Policy. Collapsible props that may be deemed dangerous, such as collapsible metal batons, will not be permitted entry into the Event Space.<\/p>\n
All swords or props within a sheath will be checked with the sheath on AND off but will be measured with the sheath ON. If a sword or prop outside of the sheath is deemed in breach of the SMASH! Props Policy, it will not be permitted into the Event space, regardless of the safety of the sheath (e.g. a metal sword inside a protective sheath).<\/p>\n
Firearms must comply with specified directives for carrying in public – e.g. non-firing, plastic, could not be mistaken for a real firearm and clearly displaying a cap on the end showing this (orange in colour). Firearms not meeting criteria will be refused entry and, depending on the style, may be referred to ICC security for further action and potential referral to authorities. This policy applies to any attendee, irrespective of whether the individual carrying has a permit to do so. The definition of a firearm extends to any device that can launch a projectile, devices such as compound bows and archery items are not excluded from this policy.<\/p>\n
Upon entering the Event Space, all props will be checked by SMASH! staff. If deemed necessary, staff may direct attendees to visit the Props Check desk.<\/p>\n
If your prop is deemed harmless and complies with the SMASH! Props Policy, your prop will be tagged as acceptable and you will be permitted to carry it with you inside the Event Space. If your prop does not comply with the SMASH! Props Policy, you will NOT be permitted to enter the Event Space with the prop.<\/p>\n
All props will be checked to ensure that they meet with the SMASH! Props Policy; however, if we later find any props to be dangerous or inappropriate, attendees will be required to follow the direction of SMASH! staff.<\/p>\n
If you wish to store your props, you may use the complimentary ICC cloaking service at both Customer Service desks located on the ground floor of the Convention Centre and Level 2 of the Exhibition. This cloaking service is run by ICC Sydney. SMASH! will not be responsible for any losses or damages to any props or items checked into the cloakroom. Depending on the volume of requests into the cloakroom, there may be a specified SMASH! cloakroom that can be used for the storing of props. Props deemed dangerous and against SMASH! and ICC weapons policies will not be permitted to be cloaked and must be stored external to the venue. <\/p>\n
This policy is only applicable within the premises of the Event Space. \u201cOutside\u201d includes the ICC hallways. If you choose to stay outside the Event Space, the ‘1.5m prop length rule’ and the ’50cm body radius rule’ will not apply. In public spaces, you must follow NSW laws and regulations.<\/p>\n
Below are some examples of props that will not be allowed at SMASH! under any circumstances:<\/p>\n
If you are found to be harbouring a prop that breaches the SMASH! Props Policy or is deemed harmful by SMASH! Inc., security, or the venue, you will be asked to leave the event proximity immediately. If you refuse, you will be escorted off the premises.<\/p>\n
If the prop is illegal, it will be taken by security and dealt with in accordance with the NSW laws and regulations. If you refuse, you will be escorted off the premises.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
SMASH! Inc. defines a prop as any item which is large or heavy enough to cause harm to other attendees or property, or any item that resembles a weapon. SMASH! Inc. defines the Event Space as Exhibition Halls 1-4, Pyrmont Theatre, Convention Rooms, and Maid Cafe. Props that are over 1.5m in length and props … <\/p>\n