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Cookie Policy

Last updated: 19 January 2026

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how The Venture Operator (“we”, “us”, “our”, or the “Business”) uses cookies and similar technologies on this website and related digital properties (the “Websites”).

References to “The Venture Operator”, “we”, “us”, or “our” include any content, publications, or communications issued under prior trading or publishing names, including newsletters or editorial platforms operated by the Business from time to time.

This Cookie Policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy, Disclaimer, Terms of Use and any other policies referenced on the Websites.

By accessing or using the Websites, you acknowledge that cookies may be used as described in this Cookie Policy. You may manage or disable cookies through your browser settings at any time.

2. What are cookies and similar technologies?

Cookies are small data files placed on your device (computer, mobile, tablet, or similar) when you visit a website. Cookies may be set by the website you are visiting (first-party cookies) or by third parties whose services are embedded or linked (third-party cookies).

In addition to cookies, similar technologies may be used, including:

  • web beacons,
  • pixels,
  • tags,
  • local storage.

For simplicity, all such technologies are referred to as “cookies” in this policy.

3. Types of cookies

Cookies may be classified by duration:

  • Session cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser.
  • Persistent cookies: Cookies that remain on your device until they expire or are deleted.

Cookies may also be classified by source:

  • First-party cookies: Set directly by the Websites to support basic functionality.
  • Third-party cookies: Set by external service providers whose tools, embeds, or platforms are accessed through the Websites.

4. How we use cookies

The Business uses cookies only to the extent necessary to operate and understand the performance of the Websites.

We do not knowingly deploy advertising, retargeting, or behavioural profiling cookies.

Cookies used on or in connection with the Websites fall into the following categories:

4.1 Strictly necessary / technical cookies

These cookies are required for the basic operation and security of the Websites and cannot be disabled without impacting functionality.

Examples may include:

  • page routing and loading,
  • security protections,
  • session continuity.

4.2 Analytics and performance cookies

The Business uses analytics tools (such as Google web tools) to understand aggregated website usage and performance.

These tools are used in a non-advertising configuration, and are intended to:

  • measure page visits and general usage patterns,
  • improve website performance and content,
  • understand high-level traffic trends.

Where reasonably possible, analytics data is:

  • collected in aggregated form,
  • not used for advertising or profiling,
  • not combined with advertising identifiers.

We do not enable advertising features, cross-site tracking, or remarketing within these tools.

5. What we do not use cookies for

The Business does not knowingly use cookies for:

  • targeted or behavioural advertising,
  • retargeting or remarketing,
  • cross-site user profiling,
  • sale of personal data,
  • third-party advertising networks.

If this position changes in the future, this Cookie Policy will be updated accordingly.

6. Third-party cookies and external platforms

Some features accessible through the Websites are provided by third-party platforms not controlled by the Business.

These may include, without limitation:

  • newsletter platforms (such as Substack),
  • scheduling tools,
  • analytics providers,
  • embedded media or content,
  • linked external websites.

These third parties may set their own cookies or tracking technologies according to their respective policies.

The Business:

  • does not control how third parties use cookies,
  • does not have visibility into all cookies set by external platforms,
  • is not responsible for third-party cookie practices.

You should review the relevant third-party cookie and privacy policies before interacting with those services.

7. Cookie consent and banners

The Business does not currently operate a cookie consent banner.

This is based on the current use of:

  • strictly necessary cookies, and
  • limited analytics cookies configured without advertising or profiling features.

You may manage or disable cookies at any time through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect the functionality or performance of the Websites.

8. Managing and disabling cookies

Most browsers allow you to:

  • view cookies stored on your device,
  • delete existing cookies,
  • block all or selected cookies,
  • receive alerts when cookies are set.

Instructions vary by browser and device. For more information, see:

  • https://www.allaboutcookies.org

Please note that disabling cookies may limit certain features or functionality of the Websites.

9. Data retention

Cookies are retained only for as long as reasonably necessary to achieve their purpose, or until you delete them via your browser settings.

Third-party cookies are retained according to the policies of the relevant third-party providers.

10. International access

The Websites are operated primarily from Australia but may be accessed globally.

Cookies and related data may be processed or stored in jurisdictions outside Australia depending on the location of third-party service providers. By using the Websites, you acknowledge this possibility.

11. Changes to this Cookie Policy

The Business may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect:

  • changes in technology,
  • changes in legal or regulatory requirements,
  • changes in business practices.

Updates will take effect when published on the Websites. Continued use of the Websites constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact and questions

For questions or requests relating to this Cookie Policy, please submit a request via the contact form available on the Websites.

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