GS Technology Services (operating australiapropertynews.com.au) is committed to providing quality services to you, and this policy outlines our ongoing obligations in respect of how we manage your Personal Information.
We have adopted the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) contained in the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) (the Privacy Act). The APPs govern the way we collect, use, disclose, store, secure, and dispose of your Personal Information.
A copy of the Australian Privacy Principles may be obtained from the website of The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner at https://www.oaic.gov.au.
What is Personal Information and why do we collect it?
Personal Information is information or an opinion that identifies an individual. Examples of Personal Information we collect include:
- Names
- Addresses
- Email addresses
- Phone numbers
This Personal Information is obtained in various ways, including:
- Correspondence (email, telephone, or via our website https://australiapropertynews.com.au)
- From cookies
- From publicly available sources
- From third parties
We collect your Personal Information for the primary purpose of providing our services, sharing information with clients, and for marketing. We may also use your Personal Information for secondary purposes closely related to the primary purpose, in circumstances where you would reasonably expect such use or disclosure. You may unsubscribe from our mailing/marketing lists at any time by contacting us in writing.
When we collect Personal Information, we will, where appropriate and possible, explain why we are collecting the information and how we plan to use it.
Sensitive Information
Sensitive information is defined in the Privacy Act to include details about an individual’s:
- Racial or ethnic origin
- Political opinions
- Membership of political associations
- Religious or philosophical beliefs
- Trade union or other professional memberships
- Criminal record
- Health information
Sensitive information will be used by us only:
- For the primary purpose for which it was obtained
- For a secondary purpose directly related to the primary purpose
- With your consent
- Where required or authorized by law
Third Parties
Where reasonable and practicable, we collect Personal Information directly from you. However, in some instances, we may receive information from third parties. In such cases, we will take reasonable steps to ensure you are aware of the information provided to us.
Disclosure of Personal Information
Your Personal Information may be disclosed in the following circumstances:
- To third parties where you have consented to the use or disclosure
- Where required or authorized by law
Security of Personal Information
Your Personal Information is stored securely to protect it from misuse, loss, and unauthorized access, modification, or disclosure.
When your Personal Information is no longer needed for the purpose it was obtained, we will take reasonable steps to destroy or permanently de-identify it. However, most Personal Information will be stored for a minimum of 7 years.
Access to Your Personal Information
You may access the Personal Information we hold about you and update or correct it, subject to certain exceptions. If you wish to access your Personal Information, please contact us in writing.
GS Technology Services will not charge a fee for an access request but may charge an administrative fee for providing a copy of your Personal Information.
To protect your Personal Information, we may require identification before releasing the requested information.
Maintaining the Quality of Your Personal Information
It is important that your Personal Information is accurate and up to date. We will take reasonable steps to ensure its accuracy. If the information we hold is incorrect or outdated, please inform us so we can update our records and provide quality service.
Policy Updates
This Privacy Policy may change from time to time and will be available on our website.
Privacy Policy Complaints and Enquiries
If you have any queries or complaints about our Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
GS Technology Services
ABN:
Email: contact@australiapropertynews.com.au
Website: australiapropertynews.com.au