Introduction

Westside Exhaust & 4x4 is covered by the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs), as set out in the Privacy Act 1988 (as amended). The APPs govern the way that we collect, use, disclose, secure and provide access to personal information.

To comply with our obligations under the APPs, our Company has this Privacy Policy, which sets out how we manage privacy in our organisation.

Our Company will review this policy from time to time, to update and continually improve our processes. 

Purpose of the Policy

Our Company takes its obligations under the Privacy Act 1988 (as amended) seriously. We have privacy obligations to our customers and to the public who use the services provided by our Company.

Collection of Personal Information

Our Company does not collect personal information unless it is necessary. We only collect personal information by means that are lawful, fair and unobtrusive. When practicable, personal information will only be collected from the individual concerned.

The type of information that our Company collects about you will depend on the nature of the service provided. 

Use or Disclosure of Personal Information

Our Company will only use or disclose your personal information for the primary purpose of collection, or a related purpose, or where we are required or permitted to do so by law or where you have provided consent.

In addition, our Company uses your information when advising you about our products and services, or upcoming events at our Company. Our Company will not provide your personal information to any other organisation for marketing purposes without your consent.

With your consent we may disclose your information to:

• Outsourced service providers including but not limited to printing houses and mail-out services (Australia Post, courier/freight companies, intermediary companies), billing and debt recovery services, financial institutions and information technology services
• Professional advisors such as lawyers, accountants and auditors
• Government authorities as required or authorised by law, and
• Related Motor Trades Associations in other Australian States.

Our Company does not disclose personal information to any overseas organisations.

Data Quality, Storage and Security

Our Company will endeavour to ensure that the personal information we hold about you is complete, accurate and up to date. In order to assist us to achieve this, it is important that you advise Westside Exhaust & 4x4 when your details change.

Our Company may store your information in hard copy or electronic format, in storage facilities that we own and operate ourselves, or that are owned and operated by our service providers. Our Company will take all reasonable steps to protect personal information from loss, misuse, or unauthorised access.