PRIVACY POLICY

Privacy Policy – Geelong Lyric Theatre Society

Effective Date: 24th February 2024

Geelong Lyric Theatre Society ("we," "our," "us") is committed to protecting the privacy of individuals who engage with us, including participants in our competitions, ticket holders, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information in compliance with Australian privacy laws.

1. What Information We Collect

We may collect personal information in various ways, including when you:

  • Enter a competition or promotional event.

  • Purchase tickets to our productions.

  • Interact with us via social media, email, or our website.

  • Sign up for newsletters or updates.

The types of personal information we may collect include:

  • Full name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Social media handle (if entering a competition)

  • Photos or videos you submit for promotions or competitions

  • Any other information you voluntarily provide to us

2. How We Use Your Information

We collect and use your personal information to:

  • Administer competitions and promotions, including contacting winners.

  • Provide updates, marketing, and promotional material about our productions.

  • Improve our events, website, and audience engagement.

  • Ensure compliance with legal obligations.

We will not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties, except where required by law or as outlined in this policy.

3. How We Store and Protect Your Information

We take reasonable steps to ensure your personal information is stored securely and protected from misuse, loss, and unauthorised access. This includes:

  • Secure digital storage systems.

  • Restricted access to authorised personnel only.

  • Regular review and updates of security measures.

If we no longer require your personal information, we will take reasonable steps to securely destroy or de-identify it.

4. Social Media & Publicity Consent

If you enter a competition or promotional event, you agree that we may:

  • Use your name, social media handle, and submitted photos or videos for promotional purposes.

  • Repost, share, or feature your content on our social media, website, and marketing materials.

If you do not wish for your content to be used, please notify us at the time of entry or contact us directly.

5. Accessing and Updating Your Information

You have the right to access, update, or request the removal of your personal information at any time. To do so, please contact us via our Contact Page.

6. Cookies & Website Data

Our website may use cookies to improve user experience. You can choose to disable cookies in your browser settings; however, this may affect site functionality.

7. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please reach out via our Contact Page.

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy as necessary. Any changes will be posted on our website with the updated effective date.

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