Peter Stuart Memorial 2026
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Peter Stuart Memorial 2026
Peter Stuart Memorial 2026 (formerly North Shore Open) is held over the Matariki long weekend from Friday 10th to Sunday 12th July 2026 at The Spencer Hotel, Takapuna. Peter Stuart Memorial 2026 consists of two Swiss system chess tournaments of six rounds each. Games have a single time control of 90 minutes per player for the game with 30 seconds increment per move.
Results
Prizewinners
Prizewinners would be listed here.
Vega Webpage View
Links to:
- Vega Webpages: Open and Reserve. (when available)
- Chess Results: Open and Reserve. (when available)
Live Game Broadcast
Link to broadcast of games on Lichess with 15 minutes delay. (when available)
Photos available from
(when available)
Entry Details
Entry Fees: (when available)
The organisers reserve the right to refuse entries.
Entry Instructions
Please pay online to North Shore Chess Club Inc bank account 12-3008-0301266-00 (Name as ‘particulars’ and PSMO as ‘reference’)
Use online entry form to enter.
Entries should appear in the Vega file promptly, links available in Results section of this webpage.
Please contact us if name is not listed more than a day after submission.
New Zealand chess players who participate in any NZCF rated event must be a member of a chess club that is affiliated or associated with NZCF (New Zealand Chess Federation). The Mount Maunganui RSA Chess Club offers memberships that fulfill this requirement from just $20 per year.
Event Information
Summarised information available in printable PDF brochure. (when available)
Dates
Friday 10th to Sunday 12th June 2026
Venue
9-17 Byron Avenue, Takapuna.
Most of the car parking in the area is free at weekends and on public holidays.
Treating the Venue With Respect
In addition to the ballroom, we have access to the large seating area on the same floor, where there will be boards for analysis.
Restaurant, The Spencer Hotel, Takapuna.
Nobody is allowed on other floors. Food and drink (with the exception of water bottles) may not be brought into the hotel. Strictly no running around!
Offenders will be removed from the pairings and may be banned from future events.
Travel Arrangements
Eligibility
Open to all players.
Players must have FIDE ID issued by their chess federation.
Format
Two separate 6 round Swiss tournaments, NZCF & FIDE rated where possible.
- Open (A-grade) restricted to players FIDE rated 1600 or higher. Players rated below 1600 (particularly juniors) may be accepted, on application.
- Reserve restricted to players FIDE rated under 1700.
Time Controls
90 minutes each player plus 30 seconds increment per move from move one.
Schedule
| Start Time | Day & Date | |
|---|---|---|
| Players Meeting | 9am | Friday 10th July 2026 |
| Round 1 | 9.30am | Friday 10th July 2026 |
| Round 2 | 2.30pm | Friday 10th July 2026 |
| Round 3 | 9.30am | Saturday 11th July 2026 |
| Round 4 | 2.30pm | Saturday 11th July 2026 |
| Round 5 | 9.30am | Sunday 12th July 2026 |
| Round 6 | 2.30pm | Sunday 12th July 2026 |
The prizegiving will take place as soon as possible after the conclusion of the last round.
Half Point Byes
A player may take a half-point bye in any one of the first five rounds. Notice should be given before the start of the tournament and may be given on the entry form.
Prize Fund
Prize fund to be published here. (when available)
Upset prizes will be distributed each round.
Players may win Upset and 100% prizes in addition to one major prize. Grade prize structure will be determined after the start. There may also be book prizes.
PLEASE NOTE:
- No player may claim more than one major prize.
- In the event of a tie, prize money will be shared.
Players eligible for Placing, or Grade Prize, would receive the highest monetary value prize.
Personnel
Chief Organiser: AO Dr. Helen Milligan
Chief Arbiter: IA Helen Milligan
