The tournament is held in early January each year, and in 2011 dates are yet to be released.
There is a preliminary teams competition - The Patsy Guthrie Cup, held on the first day then a four day tournament follows.
There are singles and doubles in all age groups. Most singles are best of 3 tie breaker sets and doubles are best of 2 tie breaker sets. Consolation draws are also run.
About 350 players attend the tournament each year. A number of players come from overseas and interstate and high standard competition is assured.
The tournament is computerised and online entry, draws, match times and results can be found on the web at www.tournaments.tennis.com.au