Privacy Policy & Disclaimer

Gon2Mars Real Estate Pty Ltd is covered by the 10 National Privacy Principles (NPP), as set out in the Privacy Act 1988 (amended by the Privacy Amendment (Private Sector) Act 2000).

Gon2Mars Real Estate Pty Ltd recognises the importance of protecting personal information, which it may be required to collect from individuals who become associated with its business. The purpose of this Policy is to ensure that any individual who provides information to Gon2Mars Real Estate Pty Ltd is protected according to the requirements of the Privacy Amendment Act (Private Sector) 2000.

For the purpose of this Policy, “information” is described as:

“Personal information” means information relating to an individual, including an opinion, which may by provided to Gon2Mars Real Estate Pty Ltd as part of its real estate business either in material form or not, and whether true or not. Such information may personally identify an individual or make the person’s identity reasonably apparent.

“Sensitive information” means information or an opinion about an individual’s racial or ethnic origin, political opinions, membership of a political association, religious beliefs, philosophical beliefs, membership of a professional or trade association, membership of a trade union, sexual practices, criminal record or health information.

Gon2Mars Real Estate Pty Ltd takes it obligations under the Privacy Act seriously, and as such, will take all reasonable steps in order to comply with the Act and protect the privacy of personal information that it holds.

 

Collection and Use of Information

Gon2Mars Real Estate Pty Ltd may require the collection of personal information from individuals to enable it to provide real estate services. The reasons for the collection of personal information include, but are not limited to, legal requirements, taxation requirements, state and federal legislation in relation to real estate services, general day to day business operations, and security of our vendors and landlords.

Gon2Mars Real Estate Pty Ltd may collect and hold personal information, such as, but not limited to, names of employees and proprietors of organisations, addresses, telephone numbers, facsimile numbers, e-mail addresses, titles and professional affiliations. These details are collected for the purpose of providing real estate services to customers and clients, and the selling and marketing of our products and extended range of services. Gon2Mars Real Estate Pty Ltd may also use such information to apply customer/member satisfaction surveys and events such as “loyalty” programs. Gon2Mars Real Estate Pty Ltd will not disclose this information to any other organisation, nor will it send any information overseas for any purpose whatsoever.

In the event that sensitive information is collected by Gon2Mars Real Estate Pty Ltd, it will not be used for any purpose without the express permission of the individual. The collection, use and disclosure of information will be in accordance with Gon2Mars Real Estate Pty Ltd Collection Statement.

 

Storage, Access and Retention of Personal Information

All personal information collected by Gon2Mars Real Estate Pty Ltd will be retained as part of a database, which will be securely monitored and maintained by Gon2Mars Real Estate Pty Ltd. The data will not be made available to a third party, unless it is legally required and verified, without the authority of the individual who provided the personal information.

Gon2Mars Real Estate Pty Ltd will make available for inspection all personal information, based on the information supplied by the individual, that it holds in relation to an individual, provided reasonable notice is given. In the event that any part of the personal information that the individual inspects is determined to be incorrect and requires alteration then Gon2Mars Real Estate Pty Ltd will make such alteration in compliance with the corrected advice provided by the individual.

Gon2Mars Real Estate Pty Ltd will take all reasonable steps to protect the security of the personal information that it holds. This includes appropriate measures to protect electronic materials and materials stored and generated in hard copy.

Where information held by Gon2Mars Real Estate Pty Ltd is no longer required to be held, and the retention is not required by law, then Gon2Mars Real Estate Pty Ltd will destroy such personal information by a secure means.

 

Compliance

If an individual has any concerns regarding the privacy of personal information, then the individual may made a compliant to a director who will then endeavour to resolve the compliant.

 

Sources of Information

Where possible, Gon2Mars Real Estate Pty Ltd will collect the information directly from individuals, customers and clients. In some instances, Gon2Mars Real Estate Pty Ltd may collect personal information from press reports or published mediums, in the case, it will endeavour to verify such details with the person concerned.

Gon2Mars Real Estate Pty Ltd acknowledges that there is no obligation for an individual to provide it with personal information. However, if an individual chooses not to provide Gon2Mars Real Estate Pty Ltd with personal details, it may not be able to provide the individual with a full range of services or reduce the ability of servicing the individual’s organisation direct.

Should anyone require further information in relation to privacy, please visit www.privacy.gov.au

 

Exemptions from Privacy Laws

The Privacy Amendment (Private Sector) Act 2000 exempts:

  • employee records;
  • related companies;
  • individuals in a non-business capacity;
  • registered political parties
  • acts and practices of media organisations carried out in the course of journalism;
  • small business with a $3 million turnover (or less), unless it provides a health service;
  • sells personal information;
  • purchases personal information;
  • or contracts as a service provider to the Commonwealth.

 

Collection Statement

The Purpose of the Collection

Gon2Mars Real Estate Pty Ltd may require the collection of personal information to satisfy the needs of the organisation. The reasons for the collection of the personal information include, but are not limited to, security of home sellers, security of landlords and legal requirements.

The personal information may be required for the purpose of:

  • giving you information to which you are entitled as a member/customer; and
  • supplying to you, and administering, the products and services you require.

Gon2Mars Real Estate Pty Ltd may also collect the information for the provision of marketing, unless a specific request in writing is provided detailing what is not required.

Gon2Mars Real Estate Pty Ltd may need to give personal information to other organisations to comply with its legal obligations, such as auditors, legal advisers and the Australian Taxation Office.

 

Disclosure to an Organisation

Gon2Mars Real Estate Pty Ltd may disclose personal information, for the purposes set out above, to any of its subsidiaries, branches, franchises or legally related companies, agents, dealers or contractors.

Gon2Mars Real Estate Pty Ltd acknowledges that there is no obligation for an individual to provide it with personal information. However, if an individual chooses not to provide Gon2Mars Real Estate Pty Ltd with personal details, it may not be able to provide the individual with a full range of services or reduce the ability of servicing the individual’s organisation direct.

 

Access Rights and Contact Details

The Privacy Act 1988 (amended by the Privacy Amendment (Private Sector) Act 2000) provides the right to access personal information held by Gon2Mars Real Estate Pty Ltd. If the information is inaccurate, a request can be made to correct it.

Further information can be obtained by contacting 8522 6111, 20 Adelaide Road, Gawler.