Privacy Policy

A legal disclaimer

1. Overview

We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information in accordance with the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth).

This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and disclose your personal information when you interact with the Australian Dog Breeders Conference (hosted by the National Groodle Association Inc).

2. What We Collect

We may collect personal information including:

Full name
Email address
Phone number
Postal address
Business name and ABN (if applicable)
Dietary/accessibility requirements (for event planning)
Payment information (processed securely via third-party platforms like Humanitix, Stripe, or PayPal)

3. How We Collect It

We may collect your information when you:

Register or purchase a ticket for the conference
Join our mailing list or subscribe to updates
Contact us directly by email, phone or via our website
Participate in surveys, competitions, or post-event feedback
Interact with us on social media platforms

4. Why We Collect It

We collect your personal information to:

Process ticket purchases and event registrations
Communicate updates and relevant information about the conference
Send marketing communications (where you’ve consented)
Manage dietary, accessibility, and event logistics
Respond to queries or feedback
Meet any legal obligations

5. Marketing and Communications

If you opt in, we may send you updates about future events, resources, or partner offers. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link at the bottom of our emails or by contacting us directly.

6. Disclosure of Your Information

We may share your information with:

Our trusted event partners and sponsors (only where required and with your consent)
Service providers (e.g. ticketing platforms, website hosting, email systems)
Regulatory authorities if required by law

7. Storage and Security

We store your data securely using trusted cloud-based systems with restricted access. We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from misuse, loss, unauthorised access, or disclosure.

8. Accessing or Updating Your Info

You can request access to the personal information we hold about you at any time. If you believe it is inaccurate or out of date, please contact us to request a correction.

9. Cookies and Website Tracking

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to improve user experience and collect analytics. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies if you prefer.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The most current version will always be posted on our website with the effective date clearly shown.