Privacy policy

When Theft is Legal (ABN 57 505 091 441)

We have obligations in relation to how we collect, hold, use, and disclose personal information under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) (PA) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs), as well as under the Information Privacy Act 2009 (Qld) (IPA) and the Information Privacy Principles (IPPs). 

This Privacy Policy is provided in accordance with the APPs.

What is personal information?

The PA and IPA define what personal information means, but in summary, it is any information or an opinion about an individual who is reasonably capable of being identified from that information or opinion. It does not include information which has been de-identified.

What kind of personal information do we collect and hold?

We collect a range of personal information, which may include a person’s:

·         name

·         email address

·         telephone number

·         educational qualifications

Why do we collect and hold personal information?

Usually, the purpose we are collecting personal information, and the reason it is being collected, will be apparent from the relevant form or context. 

If we are collecting personal information on a form for future reference and marketing purposes. In other contexts, we will tell you if it is being collected under a law if it is reasonable for us to do so in the circumstances. 

Some examples of what personal information we collect and why are listed the following Table:

How do we collect and hold personal information?

We collect personal information online using electronic forms, by paper forms, by telephone, by email and in person.

We usually collect personal information about an individual from that individual directly via our web site www.whentheftislegal.org

We treat personal information as confidential and hold it securely in the same way that we safeguard our other confidential information. The Public Records Act 2002 (Qld) may also apply to personal information collected or held by us.

There will be lawful reasons why we may disclose personal information without notice or authorisation, such as for the purpose of legal proceedings. 

Do you disclose personal information overseas?

We do not generally disclose personal information outside Australia, however, it may be stored or used by us on servers located overseas without disclosure to third parties and with appropriate security measures in place, so that we can perform our statutory and other functions or provide you with goods or services. 

How can I access, correct, or amend my personal information?

Please contact us as providedfor details about how to access or correct personal information that we may hold about you.

Your rights under the the Information Privacy Act 2009 (Qld)

You may also have separate rights to access or amend documents containing your personal information under chapter 3 of the IPA. 

General information about your rights to access or amend your personal information can be found here: https://www.oic.qld.gov.au/guidelines/for-community-members/information-sheets-access-and-amendment. If you would like further information, please contact us as provided via our website contact form

Where can I find the APPs and IPPs?

The APPs and related legislation and resources can be obtained from the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC): https://www.oaic.gov.au/privacy/australian-privacy-principles. 

An overview of IPPs and other resources can be obtained from the Queensland Office of the Information Commissioner (OIC): https://www.oic.qld.gov.au/guidelines/for-community-members/Information-sheets-privacy-principles. 

What if I have a privacy complaint?

Please contact us as provided via our Website Contact Form  We will respond to you about your complaint within a reasonable time.

Your rights under the IPA

If you have applied to access or amend documents containing your personal information under chapter 3 of the IPA and are unhappy with our decision, you may have additional statutory rights of review. There are specific timeframes in which you must exercise those rights. 

Outside our organisation, if you have a complaint in relation to our compliance with the PA or APPs, you may wish to contact the OAIC: https://www.oaic.gov.au/about-us/contact-us. 

If you have a complaint in relation to our compliance with the IPA or IPPs, including your statutory rights to access and amend, you may wish to contact the OIC: https://www.oic.qld.gov.au/about/contact-us. 

Please note that in the case of complaints to either the OAIC or OIC, it is requirement that you have complained to us in the first instance.

Future changes 

We may update this Privacy Policy in the future without letting you know. Our current Privacy Policy can be found on our website www.whentheftislegal.org