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Privacy Policy

Caboolture Shire Fish Stocking Group (CSFSG)
Effective Date: 15/3/2025

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Our Commitment to You

Caboolture Shire Fish Stocking Group (CSFSG) exists to support and enhance recreational fishing in Queensland. We are committed to:

  • Advocating for the interests of recreational fishers in Queensland and participating in fisheries management to ensure the sustainability and abundance of fish species and their habitat.

  • Promoting responsible recreational fishing, educating fishers, and enhancing the fishing experience.

  • Representing and advancing the interests and rights of all Queensland recreational fishing stakeholders.

  • Ensuring fair access to fishing resources and opportunities to optimise the social and economic benefits of recreational fishing.

  • Actively engaging in activities that support and promote fish stocking and sustainable fishing practices.

As part of our daily operations, we collect and manage data with the highest level of integrity by:

  • Protecting the privacy of your personal information and managing it transparently.

  • Using your personal information only to provide services and conduct activities aligned with our mission.

  • Not using or disclosing your personal information for unrelated purposes without your consent.

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Our Privacy Obligations

Our Privacy Policy outlines how we comply with our legal obligations under the Australian Privacy Act 1988 (Cth).

We are bound by these laws, which regulate how we collect, use, disclose, and store your personal information. These laws also provide individuals with rights to access and correct their personal information.

“Personal Information” refers to any information about an identifiable individual, such as your name, contact details, age, and address.

In this policy, ‘we’, ‘us’, ‘our’, and ‘site’ refer to Caboolture Shire Fish Stocking Group (CSFSG). If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at caboolture.fsg@gmail.com.

We may review and update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page, and by continuing to use our website, you accept the updated policy.

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What Information Do We Collect?

We do not collect personal information about you unless you voluntarily provide it to us. If you provide your personal information via our website, you consent to CSFSG using that information lawfully, including for promotional and communication purposes.

When you visit our website, our web server automatically collects your IP address, which helps determine the general geographic location of your device. We do not track or store IP addresses unless you provide personal information, in which case we may store your IP address for security purposes.

Other personal information we may collect includes, but is not limited to:

  • Full name

  • Mailing address

  • Email address

  • Age and gender

  • Shirt size (for event-related merchandise)

  • Telephone number

  • Analytical data from external service providers (e.g., Google Analytics, Facebook)

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Why Do We Keep Personal Information?

CSFSG collects personal information for purposes including:

  • Membership records: As required under relevant Queensland laws, we maintain an up-to-date register of members, including their contact details.

  • Communications: We use personal details to send important updates, newsletters, event notifications, and other relevant correspondence.

  • Event registration: When you register for CSFSG activities (e.g., fish stocking events, fishing clinics), we collect your details for insurance and public liability purposes.

  • Marketing and promotions: If you consent, we may use photographs and personal details (excluding addresses) for media, marketing, and promotional activities.

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How Do We Use Your Personal Information?

We only use your personal information for the primary purpose for which it was collected. This includes:

  • Sending correspondence and newsletters to your email or mailing address.

  • Notifying financial members of governance updates (e.g., Annual General Meeting notices).

  • Verifying your membership status and maintaining accurate records.

  • Processing payments for financial memberships (bank details are securely handled and not stored beyond the transaction).

  • Creating and managing membership accounts.

  • Delivering services in accordance with our Member Protection Policy.

We do not sell or share your personal details with third parties for commercial purposes.

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Do We Disclose Information to Others?

We may share general, anonymous user data with advertisers, sponsors, and stakeholders. However, we do not disclose personally identifiable information to third parties without your approval, unless:

  • Required by law (e.g., to satisfy legal or regulatory obligations).

  • Necessary for the operation of our website and services (e.g., technical contractors who are bound by confidentiality agreements).

In cases where photographs are taken at our events, we may use images for marketing, media, and promotional purposes, but we will not disclose personal details beyond name and general location (e.g., city or region).

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How Do We Keep Your Personal Information Secure?

CSFSG securely manages personal data using best practices, including:

  • Restricted access: Only authorised personnel (e.g., Office Manager, Administration Assistant) have access to membership records.

  • Data security: We use secure premises, encrypted storage, and regular data backups.

  • Limited retention: We only retain relevant information and regularly update our records to maintain accuracy.

  • Cloud storage: Electronic records and communications (emails, documents) may be stored securely on cloud-based services.

We take all reasonable measures to protect your personal data from loss, unauthorised access, misuse, or disclosure.

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Do We Keep Emails We Receive from You?

We retain copies of most emails for record-keeping purposes. We do not share email contents with third parties unless legally required or necessary for business operations.

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Links to Other Sites

Our website may contain links to external sites that are not affiliated with CSFSG. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any external websites they visit.

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Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page. Continued use of our website signifies acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

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Further Information

If you have any questions, comments, or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

📧 Email: caboolture.fsg@gmail.com

We appreciate your support in helping us maintain a safe and responsible recreational fishing community.

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