Who We Are
Eurobodalla Greens is a local group of The Greens NSW, a member body of The Australian Greens political party and part of the global Green movement.
We are guided by the principles of ecological sustainability, social and economic justice, peace and non-violence, and grassroots democracy.
We respect your right to privacy and are committed to ensuring your personal information is handled with care, transparency, and in accordance with Australian law and the spirit and intent of the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth).
Our Commitment to Your Privacy
Although political parties are exempt from certain provisions of the Privacy Act 1988, the Eurobodalla Greens voluntarily follow best practice privacy standards consistent with The Australian Greens’ national policy.
We take the protection of personal information seriously. All enquiries and contact details received through our website are treated as strictly confidential and stored securely.
Personal Information We Collect
We may collect personal information such as:
- Your name, email address, and contact details when you contact us, sign up for updates, or submit an enquiry.
- Information you provide when leaving comments on our site.
- Technical information (such as IP address, browser type, and pages visited) collected automatically for security and statistical purposes.
This information helps us respond to your enquiries, improve our communications, and strengthen local community engagement on issues that matter to you.
Comments
When visitors leave comments on our site, we collect the data shown in the comments form, along with the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string to help with spam detection.
An anonymised string created from your email address may be sent to the Gravatar service to check if you are using it. For more information, see the Gravatar Privacy Policy.
After approval of your comment, your profile image (if applicable) is visible to the public alongside your comment.
Media
If you upload images to the website, please ensure they do not include embedded location data (EXIF GPS). Visitors to the website may be able to download and extract location information from images displayed online.
Cookies
Our website may use cookies to improve your browsing experience.
- If you leave a comment, you may choose to save your name, email, and website in cookies for convenience.
- Temporary cookies may be set to test if your browser accepts cookies.
- Login and display preference cookies may be used if you have an administrative account.
You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies or delete existing ones at any time.
Embedded Content from Other Websites
Some pages on this site may include embedded content (e.g. videos, maps, or articles). Embedded content behaves as if you had visited the originating website directly.
These external websites may collect data, use cookies, or track your interaction with their content. We do not control or accept responsibility for the privacy practices of third-party websites and encourage you to review their policies.
How We Use and Share Your Information
Your personal information will only be used for the purposes for which it was provided, such as:
- Responding to your enquiries.
- Sending you information about local events, campaigns, or Greens activities (if you have opted in).
- Maintaining membership or volunteer communications.
We will not disclose your personal information to any third party outside the Greens network except where:
- You have provided consent.
- Disclosure is required by law.
- It is necessary to prevent or lessen a serious threat to someone’s life, health, or safety.
- It is necessary for law enforcement or public revenue protection.
All personal data is securely stored and accessible only to authorised Greens representatives.
Statistical Data and Trackers
Our website may collect anonymised usage data to help us understand visitor activity and improve our services. This may include:
- Your server address or IP.
- Pages visited and documents downloaded.
- Time spent on the site and referring pages.
We may use third-party analytics tools or plugins to monitor how visitors engage with our website. These do not identify you personally. You may block trackers using your browser’s privacy settings.
How Long We Retain Your Data
If you leave a comment, the comment and its metadata are retained indefinitely to assist with moderation and continuity.
If you register an account (where applicable), your profile information is stored securely and can be edited or deleted by you at any time (except username).
Information provided through contact forms or email correspondence is retained only as long as necessary for administrative or legal purposes.
Your Rights and Access to Information
You have the right to:
- Request access to personal information we hold about you.
- Request correction or deletion of inaccurate or out-of-date information.
- Withdraw consent to receive communications at any time.
To make a request, please contact us at eurobodallagreens@yahoo.com.
We will respond to all privacy enquiries promptly and with respect.
Data Security
We maintain strong security measures to protect your personal information from misuse, loss, or unauthorised access.
Our website, databases, and email systems are password protected, and access is limited to authorised members and administrators.
Despite these precautions, users are advised that there are inherent risks in transmitting information over the internet.
Safety and Conduct
The Eurobodalla Greens uphold the Australian Greens’ zero tolerance policy on harassment, discrimination, or violence.
If you have any concerns about your safety or the safety of others at a Greens event or in any interaction, please contact the Greens NSW Office or The Australian Greens National Office on 1800 017 011.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. Updates will be posted on this page with the revised date.
Contact Us
For privacy-related questions or to request information about your data, please contact:
Eurobodalla Greens
Email: eurobodallagreens@yahoo.com
Website: https://eurobodallagreens.com
Authorised by Eurobodalla Greens, a local group of The Greens NSW — part of The Australian Greens.
We are committed to protecting your privacy, your data, and our shared future.