Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 19/02/2025

Pine Rivers Catchment Association (PRCA) is committed to protecting your privacy in accordance with the Australian Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, engage with our services, or participate in our programs.

Who We Are
Our website address is https://prca.org.au. PRCA is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to environmental conservation, land management, and community engagement within the Pine Rivers catchment.

What Personal Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal information when you interact with us:

Contact details (name, email, phone number, postal address).
Membership and donation details (e.g., transaction records).
Volunteer and event participation information.
Website interaction data (via cookies and analytics tools).
Comments on our website (IP address, browser data for spam detection).

We will only collect personal information directly from you where reasonable and practicable. If we receive personal information from third parties, we will take steps to ensure you are aware of the data provided to us.

How We Use Your Information
PRCA uses the personal information collected to process memberships, donations, and volunteer applications, provide updates on projects, events, and newsletters, improve our website and services based on visitor engagement, and comply with legal and regulatory obligations. We will never sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

Comments & Media
When visitors leave comments on our site, we collect the data provided in the form, the IP address, and browser user agent string for spam detection. If you upload images to our website, please ensure they do not contain embedded location data (EXIF GPS), as visitors can extract this information.

Cookies & Website Tracking
PRCA’s website uses cookies to enhance user experience. These may store your name, email, and website if you leave a comment (to save time when posting again), login session preferences, which expire after a set period, and interaction data through Google Analytics or similar tools to improve site performance. You can disable cookies via your browser settings if preferred.

Embedded Content & Third-Party Links
Articles on this website may include embedded content (e.g., videos, articles, or social media feeds). Embedded content from external sites behaves as if you visited those sites directly and may collect data, use cookies, and track interactions. PRCA is not responsible for the privacy policies of third-party websites. We recommend reviewing their policies before providing any personal information.

Who We Share Your Data With
If you request a password reset, your IP address will be included in the reset email. Visitor comments may be checked through an automated spam detection service. We may disclose personal information if required by law.

How Long We Retain Your Data
If you leave a comment, it and its metadata are retained indefinitely to recognise and approve follow-ups automatically. For users who register on our site, we store personal information provided in their user profile. Registered users can view, edit, or delete their data (except usernames). Website administrators can also manage this data.

Your Rights Over Your Data
You have the right to request an exported file of the personal data we hold about you, request that we erase any personal data unless required for legal or administrative purposes, and opt out of communications (unsubscribe from emails or newsletters). To make a request, please contact [email protected].

How We Protect Your Data
PRCA takes reasonable steps to safeguard your personal information from misuse, loss, unauthorised access, modification, or disclosure. While we follow best practices, no online transmission is 100% secure.

Changes to This Privacy Policy
PRCA may update this Privacy Policy as needed. Any changes will be posted on this page with the latest revision date.

Contact Us
For privacy-related questions or concerns, contact:

Pine Rivers Catchment Association (PRCA)
📧 Email: [email protected]
📞 Phone: (07) 3325 1577
🌐 Website: https://prca.org.au