Privacy Policy
Adelaide Hills Tourism (AHT) is committed to protecting the privacy of our Stakeholders and Consumers. This Privacy Policy outlines how AHT collect, use, and safeguard personal information in accordance with the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) under the Privacy Act 1988.
Information We Collect
AHT collects information, including names, email addresses, and contact details, from:
• Local operators and Stakeholders who receive updates and communications.
• Consumers via their social media profiles and platforms
Where possible, there is an option to remain anonymous or use a pseudonym when interacting with AHT. However, some services, such as receiving updates, may not be practical without certain personal information.
How We Use Your Information
We use information to:
• Send email updates, newsletters, and other communications to local operators and subscribed members of the public.
• Promote the Adelaide Hills region via our website and social media platforms.
• Share relevant tourism information, events, and opportunities
• Share necessary information with third party event organisers of which we are sponsors.
• Share information with State and Australian Government tourism bodies to support coordinated tourism efforts.
Subscribers may opt out of this service at any time by using the “unsubscribe” link on our newsletters, or by requesting via email to info@visitadelaidehills.com
AHT do not sell personal information to third parties.
Third-Party Services
AHT may use third-party service providers to manage data, such as email marketing platforms. These providers may handle your information under contract and in accordance with Australian privacy standards. If any of these providers store or process data outside Australia, AHT ensures they comply with the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) or similar privacy protections, however AHT cannot guarantee this information.
Website and Social Media
Our website provides a subscription option for our tourism industry to receive updates and newsletters. AHT does not currently collect email address or contact details via their website. Social media platforms are used solely for promotional purposes, and any information gathered from these platforms is used to improve our services and marketing efforts including promotion of Adelaide Hills sponsored events
Data Security
AHT takes reasonable steps to protect personal information from misuse, loss, or unauthorised access. Data is stored securely, and access is restricted to authorised personnel only.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
• Access the personal information we hold about you.
• Request corrections to your personal information.
• Opt out of receiving further communications from AHT at any time.
Cross-Border Data Transfers
If AHT share or store your information using overseas service providers (such as cloud-based platforms), these providers ensure that they comply with the Australian Privacy Principles or equivalent standards of data protection, however AHT cannot guarantee this information.
Contact Us
If there are any questions about this Privacy Policy or if there are updates to relevant data, please contact us at:
Adelaide Hills Tourism
Email: info@visitadelaidehills.com.au
Phone: 0414 371 481
Changes to This Policy
AHT may update this Privacy Policy from time to time and new policies will be posted on our website.