Privacy Policy
The BGDA understands that your privacy is important and thus handles your personal information with care and diligence. The following is a privacy statement that governs how we collect, store and distribute your personal information.
This policy was last reviewed in February 2016. If you have any concerns that you would like the Executive to focus on in their next review, please contact us.
Scope
The purpose of the BGDA is outlined in our Statement of Objects. This privacy policy applies to any acts that the BGDA takes in accordance with our Statement of Objects. Examples of how we use your Personal Information include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Organising debating tournaments and events;
- Promoting debating in Queensland;
- Informing you of events, tournaments and opportunities related to the BGDA and its Objects;
- Informing you of opportunities and events related to our sponsors.
Personal Information
If you contact us we will collect the email address you nominate and any other identifying information you provide, such as a name or phone number. We will not provide your information to third parties unless required to do so by law.
How We Protect Your Personal Information
All information the BGDA collects is stored securely online or kept in a private file with the Secretary of the BGDA. To help protect the privacy of data and personal information we collect and hold, we maintain physical, technical and administrative safeguards.
Website Analytics
To improve your experience on our site, we may use 'cookies'. Cookies are an industry standard and most major web sites use them. A cookie is a small text file that our site may place on your computer as a tool to remember your preferences. You may refuse the use of cookies by selecting the appropriate settings on your browser, however please note that if you do this you may not be able to use the full functionality of this website.
Our website may contain links to other websites. Please be aware that we are not responsible for the privacy practices of such other sites. When you go to other websites from here, we advise you to be aware and read their privacy policy.
Our website uses Google Analytics, a service which transmits website traffic data to Google servers in the United States. Google Analytics does not identify individual users or associate your IP address with any other data held by Google. We use reports provided by Google Analytics to help us understand website traffic and webpage usage.
By using this website, you consent to the processing of data about you by Google in the manner described in Google's Privacy Policy and for the purposes set out above. You can opt out of Google Analytics if you disable or refuse the cookie, disable JavaScript, or use the opt-out service provided by Google.
The BGDA also interfaces with social media sites such as Facebook. If you choose to "like" or "share" information from this website through these services, you should review the privacy policy of that service. If you are a member of a social media site, the interfaces may allow the social media site to connect your visits to this site with other Personal Information.
Our website may contain links to other websites. Please be aware that we are not responsible for the privacy practices of such other sites. When you go to other websites from here, we advise you to be aware and read their privacy policy.
Our website uses Google Analytics, a service which transmits website traffic data to Google servers in the United States. Google Analytics does not identify individual users or associate your IP address with any other data held by Google. We use reports provided by Google Analytics to help us understand website traffic and webpage usage.
By using this website, you consent to the processing of data about you by Google in the manner described in Google's Privacy Policy and for the purposes set out above. You can opt out of Google Analytics if you disable or refuse the cookie, disable JavaScript, or use the opt-out service provided by Google.
The BGDA also interfaces with social media sites such as Facebook. If you choose to "like" or "share" information from this website through these services, you should review the privacy policy of that service. If you are a member of a social media site, the interfaces may allow the social media site to connect your visits to this site with other Personal Information.
Our Obligations
The BGDA is bound by the provisions of the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Information Privacy Act 2009 (Qld).
Contact Us
If you have any questions about how your Personal Information may be used, or if you wish your Personal Information to be removed from our records, please contact us.