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Privacy Policy
Last updated: 19 January 2026
1. Introduction
The Venture Operator (“we”, “us”, or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy of individuals who interact with our website, content, and services, including any content, publications, or communications issued under prior trading or publishing names.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and disclose personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs). While our primary operations are based in Australia, this policy also reflects that our website and communications may be accessed internationally.
By accessing or using this website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree that your personal information will be handled in accordance with it.
In this Privacy Policy, “personal information” has the meaning given under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth). References to “we”, “us”, or “our” refer to The Venture Operator, including any related content, communications, or services made available through this website. References to the “website” include this site and any associated digital content or services.
This Privacy Policy should be read together with our Cookie Policy, Terms of Use and Disclaimer.
2. Personal information we collect
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including but not limited to:
- name
- email address
- phone number
- organisation or company name
- role or title
- information submitted through contact forms, eligibility checks, questionnaires, or surveys
- information provided when subscribing to newsletters or updates
- information submitted when scheduling meetings or consultations
We do not collect or store credit card details or other payment credentials. Where payments are facilitated, this is handled by third-party payment providers acting independently of The Venture Operator.
3. How personal information is collected
Personal information may be collected through:
- forms hosted on our website
- third-party platforms integrated with or linked from our site (including newsletter, scheduling, survey, or form providers)
- direct communications with us (email or other channels)
- analytics and measurement tools used to understand website usage
Some information may be collected automatically through standard web technologies when you access our website.
4. Purpose of collection and use
We collect and use personal information for purposes including:
- responding to enquiries and communications
- assessing eligibility for services or engagements
- delivering services or work you have requested
- sending opt-in newsletters, updates, or communications
- issuing transactional or administrative communications
- improving our website, content, and offerings
- conducting internal analysis and reporting, including aggregated or anonymised insights
- meeting legal, regulatory, or compliance obligations
We only collect personal information where it is reasonably necessary for these purposes.
You may choose not to provide certain personal information; however, this may limit our ability to respond to enquiries or provide services.
5. Aggregated and anonymised information
We may analyse information collected through questionnaires, surveys, or engagements in an aggregated or anonymised form to generate insights, reports, or learnings.
Such information does not identify individuals and is used solely for internal analysis, service improvement, or reporting purposes.
6. Marketing communications
We send newsletters and updates on an opt-in basis only. Newsletter subscriptions are managed through third-party platforms (such as Substack), which provide their own unsubscribe mechanisms.
You may opt out of marketing communications at any time using the unsubscribe link provided or by contacting us directly.
7. Disclosure of personal information
We do not sell personal information.
We may disclose personal information to:
- service providers, contractors, or platforms engaged to support our operations or deliver services
- third-party tools used for analytics, communications, scheduling, or data processing
- professional advisers where reasonably required
- regulatory authorities or other parties where required or authorised by law
We are not responsible for the privacy practices, data handling, or security controls of third-party platforms and recommend reviewing their privacy policies directly.
8. Overseas disclosure
Some personal information may be stored or processed outside Australia, depending on the location of third-party service providers we use.
By providing personal information, you acknowledge that overseas recipients may not be subject to Australian privacy laws. We take reasonable steps to work with reputable providers but are not responsible for the privacy practices of third parties.
9. Cookies and analytics
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies for analytics and performance measurement, including tools such as Google Analytics.
These tools help us understand how visitors use our site and improve functionality. We do not control cookies set by third-party services and cannot comment on their data handling practices beyond our direct use.
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings.
10. Data retention
We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, including to meet legal, regulatory, or operational requirements.
When personal information is no longer required, we take reasonable steps to delete or de-identify it.
11. Data security
We take reasonable steps to protect personal information from misuse, interference, loss, unauthorised access, modification, or disclosure.
However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
12. Automated decision-making
We do not use personal information for automated decision-making or profiling that produces legal or similarly significant effects.
13. Access, correction, and complaints
You may request access to, or correction of, personal information we hold about you, subject to applicable legal exceptions.
If you have concerns about how we handle personal information or wish to make a privacy complaint, you may contact us via the contact form on this website. We will respond within a reasonable time and aim to resolve complaints fairly and promptly.
Individuals located outside Australia may have additional rights under applicable data protection laws. Requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis, subject to applicable legal requirements.
14. Children’s privacy
This website is not directed to individuals under the age of 18, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
15. Changes to the Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes to our practices or legal obligations.
The updated version will be published on this website, and continued use of the site constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
16. Contact
For privacy-related enquiries or requests, please contact us via the contact form available on this website.
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