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Privacy Policy

Innovation Victoria Pty Ltd ACN 647 784 772 (Innovation Victoria) values and is committed to protecting your privacy. We handle your personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014 (Vic) and other applicable legislation (Privacy Laws). 

This Privacy Statement applies to information collected through the Innovation Victoria website www.innovationvictoria.com. For information about our broader collection, use, and disclosure of personal information, please email contact@innovationvictoria.com. 

We may update this privacy statement from time to time. Any changes to this Privacy Statement will be published on this website 

Copyright in all content on this website is owned by or licensed to Innovation Victoria. © 2026 Innovation Victoria. All rights reserved. 

Privacy Statement 

  • Innovation Victoria is committed to protecting your privacy and handling personal information responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy laws. 

  • This Privacy Policy explains how personal information is collected, used, disclosed and managed when you engage with our website, services, programs or communications. 

  • We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be published on our website. 

What is Personal Information? 

  • Personal information is information or an opinion, recorded in any form, about an individual whose identity is apparent or can reasonably be ascertained. 

Collection of Personal Information 

  • We collect personal information in several ways: 

Information you provide 

  • We may collect personal information that you knowingly provide to us, including when you: 

  • Complete online forms or applications 

  • Register for events or programs 

  • Subscribe to communications 

  • Contact us via email, social media or other channels 

  • This may include your name, contact details and any other information relevant to your interaction with us. 

Automatic website collection 

  • When you visit our website, certain information may be collected automatically using technologies such as cookies, web server logs and analytics tools. This may include: 

  • IP address and network location 

  • Browser type and operating system 

  • Pages visited and time spent on the site 

  • Referring website 

  • Device and usage information 

  • This information helps us understand how our website is used and improve our services. 

Third-party collection 

  • We may use third-party service providers to support website functionality and analytics. These providers may collect information about your interaction with our website. 

  • Information collected via third parties may include usage data and technical information about your device and browsing activity. 

Use of Cookies and Analytics 

  • Cookies are small data files placed on your device to improve website functionality and user experience. 

  • We use analytics tools to: 

  • Understand website traffic and usage patterns 

  • Improve content and user experience 

  • Support system performance and security 

  • You can adjust your browser settings to refuse or manage cookies, although some website features may be affected. 

Use of Personal Information 

  • We use personal information for purposes including: 

  • Providing services, programs and information 

  • Responding to enquiries and communications 

  • Managing registrations, subscriptions and events 

  • Improving our website, services and user experience 

  • Conducting research and analysis at an aggregate level 

  • Supporting security, compliance and risk management 

  • We do not use website analytics data to identify individuals unless required for lawful purposes. 

Disclosure of Personal Information 

  • Personal information may be disclosed to: 

  • Employees, contractors and service providers who require access to perform their duties 

  • Third-party vendors supporting systems, analytics or service delivery 

  • Government or regulatory bodies where required or authorised by law 

  • Where information is shared with third parties, reasonable steps are taken to ensure it is handled appropriately. 

  • Some information may be transferred or stored outside Victoria. Where this occurs, safeguards are applied to protect your privacy. 

Email Communications 

  • Email addresses provided to us will be used to respond to enquiries and provide requested information. 

  • Email addresses will not be added to mailing lists or used for unrelated purposes without your consent. 

Social Media 

  • We may engage with the public via social media platforms. 

  • If you interact with us through these platforms, we may collect personal information you provide in that context. Social media platforms may also collect and use your information in accordance with their own privacy policies. 

  • You should avoid sharing sensitive personal information through public channels. 

Links to External Websites 

  • Our website may contain links to external websites. 

  • We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those sites. You should review the privacy policies of any external websites you visit. 

Security of Personal Information 

  • We take reasonable steps to protect personal information from misuse, loss and unauthorised access, modification or disclosure. 

  • Access to information is restricted to authorised personnel, and data is managed using appropriate technical and administrative safeguards. 

  • Where possible, information used for analysis is aggregated and anonymised. 

Access and Correction 

  • You may request access to personal information we hold about you and request corrections if it is inaccurate, incomplete or out of date. 

  • Requests will be handled in accordance with applicable laws and procedures. 

Internet Use and Risk 

  • While we take care to maintain the security and functionality of our systems, we do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free operation of our website. 

  • Users are encouraged to take appropriate precautions, including maintaining up-to-date security software. 

Disclaimer 

  • Information provided through our website is for general informational purposes only. 

  • We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness or suitability of content and accept no liability for reliance on the information provided. 

Copyright 

  • Unless otherwise stated, content on this website is owned by Innovation Victoria. 

  • Material may be used for personal or non-commercial purposes provided it is not altered and appropriate acknowledgement is maintained. 

Contact 

  • For privacy-related enquiries, requests for access or correction, or concerns about how your personal information is handled, please contact us through our official channels.