Australia Marches

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 10 October 2025.

1. Introduction

Australia Marches (“we”, “us”, or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and disclose information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).

By visiting our website or providing your personal information to us (including through petitions, event registrations, merchandise purchases, or donations), you consent to this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information such as:

  • Your name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Postal or residential address
  • Payment or transaction details (processed securely by third-party payment providers)
  • Organisation or business details (if applicable)
  • Comments, messages, or survey responses you submit
  • Information automatically collected via cookies, analytics tools, or advertising pixels (e.g. Meta/Facebook, Google)

3. How We Collect Information

We collect personal information when you:

  • Fill out a petition, contact form, or survey on our website
  • Register for an event or subscribe to updates
  • Make a donation or purchase merchandise
  • Interact with us on social media platforms
  • Visit our website (through cookies and analytics tracking)

You may choose not to provide certain information, but this may affect our ability to communicate or provide certain services.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use personal information to:

  • Communicate with you about upcoming marches, campaigns, and news
  • Manage event registrations, volunteer sign-ups, and supporter communications
  • Process transactions, donations, and merchandise orders
  • Maintain supporter, volunteer, and donor databases
  • Send updates, newsletters, and marketing communications (where consent has been given)
  • Improve our website, outreach, and campaign effectiveness through analytics
  • Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

5. Disclosure of Personal Information

We do not sell or rent personal information to third parties.
We may disclose your information to:

  • Service providers who assist with our website hosting, CRM systems, email campaigns, and payment processing
  • Third-party analytics or advertising platforms (e.g. Meta, Google) for campaign measurement
  • Regulatory authorities or law enforcement agencies, if required by law

All third parties handling your data are required to maintain confidentiality and comply with relevant privacy standards.

6. Data Storage and Security

We store data securely in electronic systems using encrypted and password-protected platforms.
We take reasonable steps to:

  • Prevent unauthorised access, loss, or misuse of personal data
  • Regularly review our data security practices
  • Restrict access to authorised personnel only

While we take all reasonable precautions, no online system is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies, analytics, and advertising pixels to improve user experience and campaign effectiveness. These technologies may track:

  • Pages visited and actions taken
  • Device and browser information
  • Traffic sources and engagement metrics

You can disable cookies through your browser settings, though some site features may not function properly if you do.

8. Direct Marketing and Communication

We may send you newsletters, updates, and promotional material related to Australia Marches.
You can opt out at any time by clicking the “Unsubscribe” link in our emails or contacting us directly.

We comply with the Spam Act 2003 (Cth) and ensure all electronic communications include clear unsubscribe options.

9. Access and Correction

You may request access to, or correction of, your personal information at any time by contacting us.
We may ask you to verify your identity before providing access to ensure your privacy and security.

10. Overseas Disclosure

Some of our third-party service providers (e.g. CRM and email platforms) may store data on servers located outside Australia. Where this occurs, we ensure those providers uphold privacy standards consistent with Australian law.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. The most recent version will always be available on our website.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, or wish to access or correct your information, please contact us:

Australia Marches
Email: info@australiamarches.com
Website: https://australiamarches.com

Copyright © October 2025. All Rights Reserved.
Privacy Policy.

Volunteer Terms & Conditions

Important – Please Read Carefully Before Volunteering
 
I, the undersigned, voluntarily agree to participate as a volunteer at Australia Marches Events. I acknowledge and agree to the following:
 
1. Voluntary Participation
 
I confirm that my involvement in this event is entirely voluntary. I am not an employee, contractor, or agent of the event organiser.
 
2. Assumption of Risk
 

I understand that participation in a public event may involve inherent risks, including but not limited to:

•Slips, trips and falls
•Burns or injuries from BBQ equipment or food handling
•Manual handling injuries
•Exposure to weather conditions (heat, sun, rain, wind)
•Interaction with members of the public
•Accidents involving equipment, vehicles, or structures
 
I freely and knowingly accept full responsibility for any risk of injury, illness, loss, or damage that may occur as a result of my participation.
 
3. Personal Responsibility
 
I agree that I am personally responsible for my own safety and conduct at all times during the event. I will act responsibly, follow reasonable instructions, and remove myself from any situation I believe to be unsafe.
 
4. Medical Fitness
 
I confirm that I am physically and medically fit to participate and that I have no condition that would place myself or others at risk. I accept full responsibility for any medical issues that may arise.
 
5. Release and Indemnity
 

To the fullest extent permitted by law, I release, waive, discharge, and indemnify the event organiser, its representatives, volunteers, and affiliates from any and all claims, demands, actions, or liabilities arising from:

•Personal injury
•Property damage
•Loss or expense
•Any accident or incident occurring before, during, or after the event
 
This includes claims arising from negligence, except where prohibited by law.
 
6. No Insurance Provided
 
I acknowledge that no personal accident, medical, or insurance coverage is provided to me by the organiser, and I am responsible for my own insurance if required.
 
7. Governing Law
 
This waiver is governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Australia and the relevant State or Territory in which the event is held.
 
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Declaration
 
I have read and understood this waiver. I understand that by volunteering, I am giving up certain legal rights. I agree to these conditions freely and voluntarily.