This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, store, and protect your personal information when you visit or interact with our website located at https://australianindustrynews.com.au/
(the “Website”). We are committed to respecting your privacy and complying with applicable laws and regulations in Australia, including the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) under the Privacy Act 1988.
By accessing or using our Website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect personal and non-personal information about you through your use of the Website. “Personal information” is information that identifies you or can reasonably identify you.
a. Personal Information You Provide Directly
We collect personal information you voluntarily provide, such as when you:
- Subscribe to our newsletters or updates
- Contact us with inquiries
- Comment on articles
- Participate in surveys or promotions
- Register for an event or webinar
This information may include your name, email address, job title, company, postal address, phone number, and any other details you choose to provide.
b. Automatically Collected Information
When you visit the Website, we may automatically collect usage data, including:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device type and operating system
- Referring pages
- Pages accessed and visit duration
- Click patterns and interactions
- Date and time of access
This information is collected via cookies, web beacons, server logs, and similar technologies.
2. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and other tracking technologies to enhance your experience and understand how you use the Website. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us:
- Recognise returning visitors
- Measure website performance
- Tailor content and advertising
You can manage cookies through your browser settings or opt-out through available tools. Please note that disabling cookies may affect your ability to fully use certain features of the Website.
3. How We Use Your Information
We may use your personal and non-personal information for the following purposes:
- Provide, maintain, and improve the Website
- Personalise your experience
- Send updates, and promotional content
- Respond to your enquiries and feedback
- Analyse user behaviour and trends
- Conduct research, surveys, and analytics
- Protect against fraud and security threats
- Comply with legal obligations
We will only use your personal information for the purposes for which it was collected or reasonably related purposes, unless you consent otherwise or as permitted by law.
4. Disclosure of Your Information
We may share your information with the following third parties:
a. Service Providers
We may engage third-party vendors and service providers to support our operations (e.g., email delivery services, analytics providers, hosting partners). These providers may only use your information to perform services on our behalf.
b. Legal and Regulatory Authorities
We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or government request, or to protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property.
c. Business Transfers
If Australian Industry News is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your personal information may be transferred as part of the transaction.
d. Anonymous or Aggregated Data
We may share non-identifiable, aggregated data with third parties for research, analytics, or commercial purposes.
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their own marketing purposes without your explicit consent.
5. International Data Transfers
Your data may be transferred to or stored on servers located outside of Australia, including countries with different privacy laws. When we transfer data internationally, we take reasonable steps to ensure it receives appropriate safeguards and protections, such as data processing agreements that meet applicable legal standards.
6. Third-Party Links
The Website may contain links to external websites run by third parties. This Privacy Policy does not cover the practices of those websites, and we encourage you to review their respective privacy policies.
7. Data Security
We implement reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorised access, loss, misuse, and alteration. These measures include encryption, firewalls, access controls, and secure server infrastructure.
However, no method of data transmission or storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
8. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy, to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.
When personal information is no longer required, we securely delete or destroy it in a manner consistent with applicable laws and industry standards.
9. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Request correction or update of inaccurate information
- Request deletion or restriction of your information
- Object to processing or withdraw consent
- Opt-out of marketing communications
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the contact details provided below. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe consistent with legal obligations.
10. Children’s Privacy
The Website is not directed at minors under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without parental consent. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child, we will take steps to delete it.
11. Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make changes, we will post the updated policy on the Website with a revised “Effective Date.”
We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Email: privacy (at) australianindustrynews.com.au
Address: Australian Industry News, 24 Tanner St, Richmond VIC, Australia
13. Complaints and Dispute Resolution
If you believe your privacy rights have been violated or you have a complaint about our handling of your information, please contact us. We will investigate and respond promptly.
If we are unable to resolve your complaint, you may contact the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) or other relevant regulatory authority.
14. Consent
By using the Website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy, and you consent to our collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information as described.
