Cookie Policy

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1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.

Cookies can be "persistent" (remaining on your device until deleted or until they expire) or "session" cookies (deleted when you close your browser).

2. How We Use Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies, local storage, and similar technologies in line with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) (including transparency and, where required, consent for non-essential practices). On this site, your cookie choices are stored in your browser (for example via local storage) so we can remember your preferences. We use these technologies for purposes including:

  • Ensuring the website functions properly
  • Remembering your preferences and settings
  • Understanding how visitors use our website
  • Improving your browsing experience
  • Delivering relevant content and advertisements

3. Types of Cookies We Use

Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies as the website cannot function without them.

  • Cookie Consent: Stores your cookie preferences
  • Session Management: Maintains your session while browsing
  • Security: Helps protect against fraudulent activity

Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve the website.

  • Page Views: Tracks which pages are visited
  • Session Duration: Measures time spent on the site
  • Traffic Sources: Identifies how visitors find our site
  • User Behavior: Analyzes click patterns and navigation

Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are relevant to you and your interests. They may also be used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.

  • Ad Targeting: Delivers relevant advertisements
  • Remarketing: Shows ads based on previous visits
  • Campaign Tracking: Measures advertising effectiveness

4. Third-Party Services and Cookies

Some resources on our pages are loaded from third parties. Those providers may use cookies or process technical data (such as IP address) under their own policies. We do not control their cookies. Examples:

  • Web fonts and CDNs: We may load fonts or styles from services such as Google Fonts or Font Awesome; those providers may receive connection data. See their privacy notices for details.
  • Analytics: We only enable analytics or measurement tools that are not strictly necessary if you opt in via our Cookie Settings. Until such tools are configured and you consent, we do not load third-party analytics scripts for that purpose.
  • Payment processors: If you pay online, the payment page may set cookies or use similar technologies as described in that processor’s policy.

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You can manage your cookie preferences in several ways:

  • Cookie Banner: Use our cookie consent banner when you first visit the site to set your preferences
  • Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies through their settings
  • Third-Party Tools: Various browser extensions can help manage cookies

Please note that blocking certain cookies may impact your experience on our website and limit the services we can offer.

6. Browser-Specific Instructions

To manage cookies in your browser:

  • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
  • Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
  • Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data

7. Similar Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use similar technologies such as:

  • Local Storage: Stores data in your browser for persistence across sessions
  • Session Storage: Temporarily stores data during your browsing session
  • Pixels/Beacons: Small images that help track user behavior

8. Cookie Retention

Different cookies have different retention periods:

  • Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
  • Persistent Cookies: Remain for a set period (typically 30 days to 2 years)
  • Cookie Consent: Stored for 12 months

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.