Privacy Policy – Sheriffs Act (Queensland)

Effective Date: 1/5/2025

The Sheriffs Act (Queensland) website (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

  • Personal information: such as your name, email address, or contact details when you voluntarily submit forms (e.g., petitions, sign-ups, or contact forms).

  • Non-personal information: such as browser type, device type, IP address, and general site usage statistics collected automatically via cookies or analytics tools.

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use your information to:

  • Provide updates about the Sheriffs Act initiative and related activities.

  • Respond to enquiries or requests you submit through the website.

  • Improve the website’s functionality and user experience.

  • Comply with legal obligations.

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

3. Disclosure of Information

Your personal information may be disclosed to:

  • Service providers who assist us in operating the website.

  • Legal or government authorities if required by law.

4. Storage and Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from misuse, loss, and unauthorised access. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

5. Access and Correction

You may request access to the personal information we hold about you, or request corrections, by contacting us at [Insert Contact Email].

6. Cookies & Analytics

Our website may use cookies and third-party analytics (e.g., Google Analytics) to understand usage and improve services. You can disable cookies in your browser settings.

7. Links to Other Websites

This website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites.

Information Policy & Website Terms of Use

1. General Information

The Sheriffs Act (Queensland) website provides information about legislative proposals, community initiatives, and related activities. The information is provided for general informational purposes only.

2. Accuracy of Information

While we aim to ensure the accuracy of information presented, we do not guarantee that all content is current, complete, or error-free. Nothing on this site constitutes legal advice.

3. Use of Website

By accessing this website, you agree:

  • Not to misuse, disrupt, or interfere with the site.

  • Not to use the site for unlawful purposes.

  • To respect copyright and intellectual property of all content provided here unless otherwise stated.

4. Liability

We disclaim liability for any loss or damage resulting from use of this website or reliance on its content.

5. Changes

We may update this policy or terms at any time. Updated versions will be posted on this page.