The Hive Nursing Development Pty Ltd (referred to as “we”, “us” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information.

This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and disclose your personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).

By using our website and services, you consent to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. What Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information:

• Your name

• Email address

• Phone number

• Postal address

• Professional background and employment information (e.g., CVs, job applications)

• Payment information (processed securely via third-party gateways)

• Any other personal information you voluntarily provide via forms, bookings, emails, or our online platforms

We may also collect non-identifiable data such as website usage statistics (e.g., via cookies and analytics tools).

2. How We Collect Your Information

We collect personal information through:

• Website forms and newsletter subscriptions

• Online bookings and payment gateways

• Event registrations

• Email or phone communication

• Social media interactions

• Cookies and third-party tracking technologies (e.g., Google Analytics)

You may choose to remain anonymous or use a pseudonym where lawful and practicable.

3. Why We Collect Your Information

We collect your personal information to:

• Provide our services, mentoring, events, and products

• Process bookings and payments

• Send you updates, newsletters, and marketing (only with your consent)

• Respond to enquiries and provide support

• Improve our website, services, and customer experience

• Comply with legal obligations

4. Disclosure of Personal Information

We will not sell or rent your information. We may share your personal information with:

• Our staff, contractors, or service providers (e.g., IT, marketing, payment processors)

• Third parties where required by law

• With your consent or as otherwise permitted under the APPs

• All third-party providers are expected to handle your data in compliance with applicable privacy laws.

5. Overseas Disclosure

Some of our service providers (e.g., cloud platforms or communication tools) may store or process your information overseas. We take reasonable steps to ensure these providers comply with Australian privacy obligations.

6. Security of Your Information

We take reasonable steps to protect your information from misuse, interference, loss, unauthorised access, modification, or disclosure. However, no data transmission over the internet is completely secure. We cannot guarantee the security of information sent electronically.

7. Access and Correction

You have the right to request access to your personal information and request corrections if it is inaccurate, out-of-date, or incomplete. Learn more at the OAIC's access and correction guidelines.

Please contact us using the details below.

8. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our site and analyse website usage. You may disable cookies via your browser, but some features may not function correctly. More on cookies: OAIC Cookie FAQs.

9. Direct Marketing

We may use your contact details to send you updates or promotions related to our services. You may opt out of marketing communications at any time by clicking “unsubscribe” or contacting us directly.

10. Complaints

If you believe we have breached your privacy rights, please contact us at the details below. We take complaints seriously and will investigate promptly. If you are not satisfied, you may contact the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) to make a formal complaint.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on our website. We encourage you to review it periodically.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact:

The Hive Nursing Development Pty Ltd

Email: info@thehivedevelopment.com.au

Phone: 0408 013 739

Website: www.thehivedevelopment.com.au