Last updated: August 2025
Scope
This Privacy Policy sets out how NTCOGSO collects, uses, discloses and manages your personal information when you interact with our website www.ntcogso.org.au and related services.
NTCOGSO is committed to protecting your privacy in line with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).
Collection of Personal Information
We collect personal information only where it is reasonably necessary for our functions, which include representing and supporting Northern Territory government schools and their School Bodies.
Information may be collected when you:
- Complete an online form, survey or registration through our website
- Subscribe to newsletters or updates
- Contact us via email, phone or webform
The types of personal information collected may include:
- Name and contact details (such as email address or phone number)
- School Body affiliation (if relevant)
- Information you voluntarily provide in enquiries or submissions
You may choose to interact with our website anonymously or using a pseudonym where lawful and practicable.
Automatic Collection of Information
When you access our website, some non-identifiable information may be automatically collected, including:
- Browser type, version and operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on the site
- Referring website or search engine
- General location data (not linked to your name)
This data is used for statistical purposes only, such as monitoring site performance and improving our services.
Use of Personal Information
Your information will only be used for the purpose for which it was collected, including to:
- Provide updates, resources or responses to your enquiries
- Deliver services to School Bodies and parents in line with NTCOGSO’s role
- Conduct surveys, consultations and advocacy activities
We do not sell, rent or trade personal information.
Disclosure of Personal Information
NTCOGSO will not disclose your personal information to third parties except where:
- You have consented
- It is required or authorised by law
- It is necessary for contractors or service providers engaged by NTCOGSO (such as IT or mailing services) to perform functions on our behalf, subject to confidentiality obligations
External Links
Our website may contain links to external websites operated by other organisations. NTCOGSO is not responsible for the privacy practices, accuracy or content of those sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing personal information.
Security of Information
We take reasonable steps to protect the personal information we hold from misuse, loss and unauthorised access, modification or disclosure. However, no data transmission over the internet can be guaranteed as completely secure.
Access and Correction
You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you, and to request correction if it is inaccurate, incomplete or out of date. Requests may need to be in writing for security reasons.
Changes to This Policy
NTCOGSO may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in practices or legal obligations. The updated version will be published on our website and will apply from the date of publication.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns or complaints about how your personal information is handled, please contact us.