This Cookie Policy explains how cookies and similar technologies are used to recognize, collect, and store information when individuals interact with this website or digital services, in accordance with applicable Australian privacy laws.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on a user’s device when visiting a website. They are widely used to ensure websites function properly or more efficiently, as well as to provide information to the site owners.

Cookies may be:

  • Session cookies – which expire when the browser is closed;
  • Persistent cookies – which remain on the device for a set period or until manually deleted;
  • First-party cookies – set by this website;
  • Third-party cookies – set by external services integrated into the website.

2. How Cookies Are Used

Cookies may be used for the following purposes:

  • Essential Functionality: To enable the core functionality of the website, such as page navigation, security, and access to secure areas;
  • Performance and Analytics: To collect information on how users interact with the website, helping improve performance and user experience;
  • Preferences: To remember user settings and choices for a more personalized experience;
  • Marketing: To deliver relevant advertising and measure the effectiveness of promotional campaigns.

3. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on this website may be placed by third-party services such as analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics) or advertising networks. These third parties may collect and process data according to their own privacy and cookie policies.

4. Consent and Control

Upon visiting the website, users may be presented with a cookie banner or pop-up that allows them to:

  • Accept all cookies;
  • Reject non-essential cookies;
  • Manage cookie preferences.

Users can also manage or disable cookies through their browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the website.

5. Data Retention

Information collected through cookies is retained for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described above, in accordance with relevant data protection laws.

6. Changes to This Policy

This Cookie Policy may be updated from time to time. Users are encouraged to review it periodically to stay informed about how cookies are used.

7. Contact

For questions or concerns about the use of cookies or this policy, users are encouraged to contact the relevant support or privacy contact.