Privacy

Disclaimer, Privacy & Copyright

Disclaimer
Each user waives and releases General Practice Network NT (GPNNT) to the full extent permitted by law from any and all claims relating to the usage of material or information made available through the system. Subject to any terms implied by law which cannot be excluded, in no event shall General Practice Network NT (GPNNT) be liable for any losses or damages, including incidental or consequential damages, resulting from use of the material. While care has been taken to ensure that information contained in General Practice Network NT (GPNNT) publications is true and correct at the time of publication, changes in circumstances after the time of publication may impact on the accuracy of this information. General Practice Network NT (GPNNT) gives no warranty or assurance, and makes no representation as to the accuracy of any information or advice contained, or that it is suitable for your intended use. For more information contact GPNNT. (Click here for Contacts)

In addition to locally sourced information, General Practice Network NT (GPNNT) web server provides links to external internet sites. These external information sources are outside our control. It is the responsibility of internet users to make their own decisions about the accuracy, currency, reliability and correctness of information found. Although care is taken to provide links to suitable material from other relevant sites the nature of the internet prevents the guaranteeing of suitability, completeness or accuracy of any material that this site may be linked to.

General Practice Network NT (GPNNT) is not endorsing any provider of products or services by facilitating access to information about these providers from its web pages, nor does it accept responsibility for the quality of goods and services provided by third parties accessed through these pages.

Privacy Statement
GPNNT is committed to protecting the privacy of personal information collected and complies with the requirements of the National Privacy Principles (NPPs) contained in the Privacy Act 1988 (Commonwealth). Our privacy statement can be viewed at www.gpnnt.org.au or is available by contacting us.

What personal information do we keep?

Personal information collected by GPPHCNT is generated through documents such as forms, resumes, submissions, interviews and business documents. This information may include details such as name, age, date of birth, occupation, contact details and other information which is necessary in order to conduct our business.

How is personal information used?

Personal information will only be used for the purposes stated at the time of collection. GPNNT collects information to carry out its daily business, and relies on accurate information to improve program delivery and development. This includes the recruitment and retention of General Practitioners, sharing information with employers and employment bodies for the purposes of recruitment, workforce planning, advocacy and policy development.

Internet and Email
Internet: Cookies

When using our website the following information may be recorded for session management only.

Your server address
Your top level domain name (com/ .gov/ .org etc)
Persistent and session cookies may be used on our website. Persistent cookies record storage data of your actions whilst using the site, (filling a form etc), and session cookies retain logon information. When you close your browser session cookies are deleted while persistent cookies remain on your computer.

When you email us we will record your email address and only use it for the purposes you have provided it for. It will not be added to a mailing list or disclosed without your consent unless you have directed us to do so. We will not use your email address for any other purpose.

When subscribing to receive online publications you will be given the opportunity to unsubscribe when you choose.

Third parties and your personal information

GPNNT will only disclose personal information to a third party if your consent has been provided. Where appropriate this information will be de-identified. Instances where we may be required to provide or use information include:

Legal obligations to provide information.
Government agency requirements, usually in the form of de identified, aggregated, statistical information.
Improve organisational effectiveness using de identified information collected through, for example, staff exit interviews.
Wherever possible, GPNNT will not disclose personal or sensitive information on an individual basis. We do not disclose personal information for direct marketing purposes.

Security of personal information

GPNNT will take all reasonable efforts to secure the protection of personal information. Our staff respects the confidentiality of personal information and the privacy of individuals and will only access information to perform their duties.

Right of access

You have a right to access your personal information. To do so, a written application outlining your request should be addressed to GPNNT. Our contact details are provided at the end of this document.

Identifiers

GPNNT will not use identifiers such as tax file numbers, Medicare numbers or provider numbers in our information storage methods.

How to correct information collected by GPNNT

If you would like to change your personal information please contact us (see below) detailing the changes.

Contact details

If you have any changes, queries or complaints relating to the privacy of information please contact our Privacy Officer at one of the following: Click here to view and print the Privacy Statement.

www.gpnnt.org.au
email: administration@gpnnt.org.au
Phone: +61 8 8982 1000

Copyright
General Practice Network NT (GPNNT) materials published on the internet are protected by copyright law. Apart from fair dealing for the purposes of private study, research, criticism or review, as permitted under the Copyright Act 1968, no part may be reproduced or reused for any commercial purposes whatsoever.