Privacy policy

Effective Date: 26 March 2026

1. Introduction

McCallum Partners ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services. We handle personal information in accordance with the Australian Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).

2. Information we collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Personal Information: When you contact us via our website, register for events, or subscribe to our communications, we may collect your name, email address, phone number, company name, and any other information you voluntarily provide.

Usage Data: We automatically collect information about how you access and use our website, including your IP address, browser type, pages visited, time spent on pages, and other diagnostic data.

Cookies and Tracking Data: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to monitor activity on our website. See Section 9 (Cookie Policy) for full details.

3. How we use your information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, operate, and maintain our website and services

• Respond to enquiries submitted via our contact form

• Process event registrations and communicate with attendees

• Send newsletters and updates (with your consent)

• Send marketing communications (with your consent)

• Analyse usage patterns to improve our website and services

• Comply with legal obligations

4. Disclosure of your information

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: Third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf (e.g., email platforms, analytics providers)

• Business Transfers: In connection with any merger, sale of company assets, or acquisition

• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety

• With Your Consent: When you have given us permission to share your information

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

5. Third-party links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies directly.

6. Analytics and tracking tools

We use Google Analytics to help us understand how visitors use our website. This service collects information sent by your browser, including cookies and your IP address. You can opt out via the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on at tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.

7. Data security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information. No method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. In the event of a data breach likely to result in serious harm, we will notify affected individuals and the OAIC in accordance with the Notifiable Data Breaches (NDB) scheme.

8. Your rights

• Under the Australian Privacy Act 1988, you have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you

• Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information

• Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal requirements)

• Opt out of marketing communications at any time by clicking 'unsubscribe' in any email we send, or by contacting us directly

• Lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) at www.oaic.gov.au‍ ‍

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at admin@mccallumpartners.com.au

9. Cookie policy

What are cookies? Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They allow the site to recognise your device and store information about your preferences or past actions.

Types of cookies we use:‍ ‍

• Essential cookies: Required for the website to function. These cannot be disabled.

• Analytics cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our site. Data is collected in aggregate and anonymised form.

• Marketing cookies: Used to display relevant advertising. Only set with your consent.

Managing cookies: You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality. For more information, visit www.allaboutcookies.org.

10. Data retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer period is required by law. When no longer needed, we will take reasonable steps to destroy or de-identify it.

11. Children's privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have done so inadvertently, please contact us, and we will delete it.

12. Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on this page and updating the Effective Date.

13. Contact us

If you have questions or concerns about this policy or our handling of your personal information, please contact us at admin@mccallumpartners.com.au