Privacy Statement

Kew Independents (KI) respects your right to privacy and is committed to safeguarding the privacy of members, volunteers, donors and visitors who interact with this website. KI collects personal information through its website to assist its efforts in recruiting a community Independent to contest the next federal election. In the interest of maintaining transparency please see our privacy policy below.

Privacy Policy

The privacy policy is as follows:

This website is operated by the Kew Independents (KI). This Privacy Policy relates to the collection and use of personal information you may supply to KI through your conduct on the website. KI does not make any representations about any third party websites that may be linked to this website.

KI values the privacy of information collected about visitors to this website, in particular information that is capable of identifying an individual (personal information). This Privacy Policy governs the manner in which your personal information, obtained through the website, will be handled. You should review this Privacy Policy periodically so that you are updated on any changes. 

Personal Information

KI intends to use personal information to communicate with volunteers and supporters about the actions of KI.

Generally, we collect information that you provide in the registration process for joining, volunteering or donating to KI.

Personal information collected through this website will not be disclosed to a third party unless:

• the individual providing the information has consented; or
• it is required or authorised by law; 

Registration

Registration to KI is completely optional. Registration may include submitting your name, email address, address, telephone numbers, options on receiving updates and other information.

Security

KI endeavours to take all reasonable steps to protect the personal information you may transmit to us. Individuals joining KI email lists will have their contact details stored on password protected databases. All e-mails sent via automated mailing lists will clearly identify Kew Independents or its representative as the sender and will include a suitable method for unsubscribing.

Staff members have access to our website’s backend system which is password protected. Our website server, hosted by our internet service provider, is also password protected.

Problems or questions

If KI becomes aware of any ongoing concerns or problems with the KI website, KI will take these issues seriously and work to address these concerns. If you have any further queries relating to our Privacy Policy, or you have a problem or complaint, please contact us at [email protected]

For more information about privacy issues in Australia and protecting your privacy, visit the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner’s website: http://www.oaic.gov.au/