Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 18.06.2025
Grow for Gold is committed to providing quality services to you, and this policy outlines our ongoing obligations in respect of how we manage your personal information.
We have adopted the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) contained in the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth). These principles govern the way we collect, use, disclose, store, secure and dispose of your personal information.
A copy of the APPs may be obtained from the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner: www.oaic.gov.au
1. What is Personal Information and Why Do We Collect It?
Personal Information refers to any information that identifies an individual. The types of personal information we may collect include:
- Names, dates of birth, addresses, email addresses, phone numbers
- Parent/guardian contact details (for athletes under 18)
- Sporting achievements and goals
- Application or survey data submitted through our website
This information is obtained in a variety of ways, including:
- Application forms via growforgold.com.au
- Email correspondence
- Event registrations
- Online forms or social media interactions
- Third-party referrals (e.g. schools, clubs, mentors)
We collect this information for the primary purpose of delivering our programs and initiatives, assessing applications, managing participant communication, and reporting to partners and stakeholders. We may also use your personal information for closely related secondary purposes such as marketing, unless you opt out.
2. Sensitive Information
Sensitive information (as defined by the Privacy Act) includes health data, criminal records, or personal beliefs. We will only collect and use such information with your explicit consent or where legally required.
Sensitive information will only be used:
- For the purpose for which it was provided
- For a directly related secondary purpose
- With your consent
- As required or authorised by law
3. Third Parties
Where reasonable, we will collect information directly from you. In some cases, personal information may be provided to us by third parties (e.g., schools, partner organisations). In such cases, we will take reasonable steps to ensure you are informed.
4. Disclosure of Personal Information
Your personal information may be disclosed in the following circumstances:
- To Sports Gold Coast, our parent organisation
- To service delivery partners (e.g., coaches, program managers)
- Where you consent to the disclosure
- When required by law (e.g., compliance with grants or government funding)
5. Security of Personal Information
Your personal information is stored securely and is protected from unauthorised access, misuse, or loss. When your information is no longer required, we will destroy or de-identify it appropriately. Some records may be retained for up to 7 years in accordance with legal and audit requirements.
6. Accessing and Updating Your Information
You may request access to, or updates of, the personal information we hold about you. No fee will apply to access requests, although an administrative fee may apply for copies. We may require proof of identity before releasing any personal information.
7. Accuracy of Personal Information
We are committed to ensuring the accuracy and currency of your information. If you believe any information we hold is incorrect, please notify us and we will promptly update it.
8. Policy Updates
This privacy policy may be updated from time to time. The most current version will always be available on our website.
9. Enquiries and Complaints
If you have any questions or complaints regarding this privacy policy, please contact us:
Grow for Gold – Privacy Officer
c/o Sports Gold Coast
admin@sportsgoldcoast.com.au