SHOWORKS' PRIVACY POLICY
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INTRODUCTION
In accordance with Showorks' legal obligations under the privacy legislation, Showorks is committed to complying with the National Privacy Principles (new privacy laws which apply from 21 December 2001) included in the Privacy Act 1988 and to protecting personal and sensitive information from unfair and unauthorised use. Showorks is also committed to ensuring our employees are aware of their obligations in relation to the protection of personal and sensitive information and has included the privacy guidelines in its policies and procedures documentation. This Policy outlines how Showorks collects, uses and stores personal information.

WHAT IS PERSONAL AND SENSITIVE INFORMATION?
Personal information is any information that can identify a person even if this information does not identify a person by name such as a physical description, address, place of work, business activities and employment details. Sensitive information includes information about a person’s race or ethnic origin, political opinions, religious beliefs, membership of a trade association, sexual preferences, criminal records and health records.

COLLECTION OF PERSONAL INFORMATION
Showorks only collects information it really needs and will do so only by fair and reasonable means. We make every effort to only collect personal information directly from the individual to whom the information relates. We will only collect information from third parties with your consent.

USE AND DISCLOSURE OF INFORMATION
Showorks will only use an individual’s personal information for the purposes for which it was collected. Showorks will not use or disclose personal information about an individual for a purpose other than:
. where Showorks believes that it is necessary to lessen or prevent a serious or imminent threat to an individual’s life, health or safety, or a serious threat to public safety.
. where Showorks uses or discloses information for an investigation or reporting on suspected unlawful activity.
. where information is legally required to be used or disclosed.
. where the use or disclosure is required to allow an enforcement body to perform its duties.
. for any purpose where we have obtained your consent.

SECURITY OF INFORMATION
Showorks will take reasonable steps to protect and secure your personal information to ensure your information is protected from misuse, loss, theft, modification or unauthorised access.

ACCURACY OF PERSONAL INFORMATION
Showorks endeavours to maintain accurate, complete and up to date personal and sensitive information. We seek your assistance by contacting us if your personal information changes or you believe the information held on file is incomplete.

ACCESS TO PERSONAL INFORMATION
Under the Privacy Law, individuals have a right to complete access to their records. Showorks will make available to you, in most situations, any personal information it holds about you. In certain circumstances, Showorks may not be able to provide access such as where:

. access would have an unreasonable impact on the privacy of others
. we are required by a law enforcement agency to withhold the information
. the information may affect current legal proceedings
. the information may affect the health or safety of another individual

Showorks is permitted to charge you for reasonable costs incurred in providing you with access to your information.

CONTACTING US
To ensure we protect your information, any requests for access should be made in writing to the Privacy Officer at Showorks.

If you have any questions regarding this policy, please do not hesitate to contact our Privacy Officer.

PRIVACY AND DATA SECURITY
At Showorks, your right to privacy and data security is a primary concern. That's why, when you visit the Showorks website, we help you maintain control over your personal data on the Internet. Below are the guidelines we use for protecting the information you provide us during a visit to our website or when you use our online services.

SHOWORKS ONLY ASKS FOR SPECIFIC TYPES OF PERSONAL INFORMATION
In some areas on our website, we ask you to provide information that will enable us to enhance your website visit, to assist you with technical support issues or to follow up with you after your visit. It is completely optional for you to participate.

For example, we request information from you when you:

. register on the Showorks website to receive our newsletter
. provide feedback in an online survey
. submit your resume
. request information from Showorks

In each of the instances above, we may ask for your name, e-mail address, phone number, address, business name, position and contact telephone number, as well as other similar personal information that is needed to register or subscribe you to services or offers. If we ever ask for significantly different information we will inform you.

SHOWORKS ONLY USES YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION FOR SPECIFIC PURPOSES
The information you provide will be kept confidential and used to support your customer relationship with Showorks. Among other things, we want to help you quickly find information on the Showorks website and alert you to product upgrades, special offers, updated information and other new products and services from Showorks. Agents or contractors of Showorks who have access to your personal information and prospect information are required to keep the information confidential and not use it for any other purpose than to carry out the services they are performing for Showorks. Showorks may enhance or merge your information collected at its site with data from third parties for purposes of marketing products or services to you.

ACCESS TO INFORMATION COLLECTED
Showorks will not make an attempt to identify users or their browsing activities. However, in the unlikely event of an investigation, a law enforcement agency or other government agency may exercise its legal authority to inspect Showorks’ or our Internet Service Provider's logs.

SHOWORKS WILL NOT DISCLOSE YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION TO ANY OUTSIDE ORGANISATION FOR ITS USE IN MARKETING WITHOUT YOUR CONSENT
Information regarding you (such as name, address and phone number) or your order and the products you purchase will not be given or sold to any outside organisation for its use in marketing or solicitation without your consent. Your information may be shared with agents or contractors of Showorks for the purpose of performing services for Showorks.

USE OF INFORMATION COLLECTED
We will only record your e-mail address if you send us a message. Your e-mail address will only be used for the purpose for which you have provided it and it will not be added to a mailing list or used for any other purpose without your consent.

This site does not provide facilities for the secure transmission of information across the Internet. Users should be aware that there are inherent risks transmitting information across the Internet.

THIRD-PARTY SITES
Please be aware that other websites that may be accessed through our site may collect personally identifiable information about you. The information practices of those third-party websites linked to the Showorks website are not covered by this privacy statement. You are solely responsible for maintaining the secrecy of your passwords or any account information. Please be careful and responsible whenever you are online. If you post personal information online that is accessible to the public, you may receive unsolicited messages from other parties in return. While we strive to protect your personal information, Showorks cannot ensure or warrant the security of any information you transmit to us, and you do so at your own risk.

ENQUIRIES
Any questions concerning the use of material on this site should be directed to Showorks e-mail address - info@showorks.com.au.