Privacy Statement

Entity: North Coast Regional Landcare Network (ABN: 36 009 209 729)
Effective Date: June 2026

North Coast Regional Landcare Network (NCRLN) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information in accordance with the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth).

 

1. Personal Information We Collect

We only collect personal information that is reasonably necessary for our core activities as a regional environmental network. This includes:

  • Contact Information: Name, email address, postal address, phone number, and regional location when you subscribe to newsletters, submit forms, or register for events.
  • Event & Volunteer Data: Dietary requirements, accessibility needs, and emergency contact details when booking via third-party ticketing tools.
  • Digital Tracking Data: IP addresses, browser types, and anonymous interaction metrics gathered through web analytics tools.

2. Methods of Collection

NCRLN collects information directly from you when you interact with our website. We also utilize integrated third-party applications to facilitate our operations:

  • Direct Submissions: Forms built on our platform or integrated via our internal workflows (including data consolidated within our internal project tracking systems, such as Monday.com).
  • Communications & Marketing: Newsletter sign-ups managed via Mailchimp.
  • Ticketing & Registrations: Event bookings managed through Humanitix or Eventbrite.
  • Automated Tracking: Google Analytics cookies that evaluate website performance and user behaviour. You can opt-out of cookies via your browser settings.

3. Purpose of Collection and Use

We use the collected data exclusively to run our regional network, which involves:

  • Delivering regional newsletters, program updates, and factsheets.
  • Managing community workshops, event capacities, and volunteer deployments.
  • Analysing aggregate website traffic to improve resource accessibility and layout.

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties under any circumstances.

4. Data Storage and Security

NCRLN takes reasonable technical and organizational steps to protect your data from misuse, loss, unauthorized access, or disclosure. Online registration details are stored within securely encrypted third-party databases (such as Mailchimp, Humanitix, and Monday.com). Staff access is restricted using role-based permissions.

5. Access and Correction

You have the right to access, update, or request the deletion of the personal information we hold about you. To update your preferences or unsubscribe, use the links provided in our emails or contact us directly at office@northcoastlandcare.org.au.

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