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USING THIS WEBSITE

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF USE

1. About the Website 

  1. This website is operated by the Royal Agricultural Society of Western Australia. The Website provides information, services, event details, competition entry functionality, ticketing access, and associated digital platforms ("Services"). 
  2. By accessing or using the Website, you confirm that you have read, understood and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions ("Terms"). If you do not agree, you must cease using the Website immediately. 
  3. The Royal Agricultural Society of Western Australia may update these Terms from time to time at its discretion by publishing changes on this page. It is the responsibility of users to review the Terms periodically. Continued use of the Website after any updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms. 

2. Acceptance of the Terms

These Terms are accepted by continuing to access or use the Website. Where functionality allows, acceptance may also be confirmed by selecting an option to agree to the Terms. 

3. Website Users and Access

These Terms apply to all users of the Website, including: 

  • General Visitors 
  • Members of the Royal Agricultural Society of Western Australia 
  • Affiliated Agricultural Society Members and Affiliates Portal Users 
  • Competition Entrants 
  • Event Ticket Holders 

Members of the Royal Agricultural Society of Western Australia is subject to separate membership terms, conditions and governing documents, including any applicable constitution or rules. Members must comply with those requirements in addition to these Terms. 

4. Your Obligations as a User 

Users agree to comply with the following: 

  1. The Website and Services must only be used for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms and applicable laws. 
  2. Users are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of login credentials and account information. 
  3. Any unauthorised use of an account must be reported immediately. 
  4. Access to the Website is personal, limited and non-transferable. 
  5. Users must not: 
    • use the Website for unlawful or unauthorised purposes 
    • interfere with or disrupt the Website or systems 
    • attempt to gain unauthorised access 
    • engage in automated or bulk use of the Website 

5. Affiliates Portal and Account Use 

  1. Access to any affiliates or member portal is personal and must not be shared or transferred. 
  2. Information submitted through the Website must be accurate and complete. 
  3. Access may be suspended or terminated where misuse is identified. 
  4. The Royal Agricultural Society of Western Australia is not responsible for loss arising from unauthorised access due to failure to secure account details. 

6. Events, Competitions and Information

  1. The Website includes information relating to events, competitions and activities. 
  2. While reasonable efforts are made to ensure accuracy: 
    • event details, schedules and availability may change 
    • competition requirements and timelines may be updated 
    • information may contain errors or omissions 
  1. Users should confirm relevant details before relying on the information provided. 

7. Competition Entry 

  1. Entry fees apply to competition entrants where specified. 
  2. Attendance to view competitions may be free unless otherwise stated. 
  3. Each competition is subject to its own specific terms and conditions. 
  4. Competition entrants must review and comply with the terms and conditions applicable to the relevant competition. 
  5. By entering a competition, entrants agree to be bound by both these Terms and any applicable competition-specific terms and conditions. 

8. Ticketing and Third-Party Services

  1. The Website may link to or integrate with third-party platforms, including ticketing providers and payment systems. 
  2. The Royal Agricultural Society of Western Australia does not control these services and is not responsible for their availability, performance or content. 
  3. Separate ticketing terms and conditions apply to ticket purchases and event entry. Users should review those terms before making a purchase. 

9. Payments and Refunds

  1. Payments may be processed through third-party providers. 
  2. By making a payment, users agree to the terms and conditions of the relevant provider. 
  3. Refunds are subject to: 
    • event-specific or competition-specific terms 
    • applicable Australian Consumer Law 

10. Copyright and Intellectual Property 

  1. All content on the Website is owned by or licensed to the Royal Agricultural Society of Western Australia. 
  2. Content may be used for personal, non-commercial purposes only. 
  3. Content must not be reproduced, distributed, or modified without prior written consent. 
  4. Requests for permission may be submitted via email to marketing@raswa.org.au

11. Privacy 

Use of the Website is subject to the Royal Agricultural Society of Western Australia’s separate Privacy Policy, which outlines how personal information is collected, used and managed. 

12. General Disclaimer

  1. Nothing in these Terms excludes rights under the Australian Consumer Law. 
  2. To the extent permitted by law: 
    • the Website is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis 
    • no warranties or guarantees are provided unless expressly stated 
  1. No representation is made regarding: 
    • accuracy or completeness of content 
    • uninterrupted access 
    • suitability of the Website for any particular purpose 

13. Limitation of Liability 

To the maximum extent permitted by law, the Royal Agricultural Society of Western Australia is not liable for any loss or damage arising from: 

  1. use of the Website and other digital platforms 
  2. inability to access the Website 
  3. errors or omissions in content 
  4. third-party services 

14. Termination 

Access to the Website or Services may be suspended or terminated where: 

  1. these Terms are breached 
  2. use impacts systems, operations or other users 

15. Indemnity 

Users agree to indemnify the Royal Agricultural Society of Western Australia against any loss, damage or claim arising from: 

  1. use of the Website 
  2. breach of these Terms 

16. Dispute Resolution 

In the event of a dispute, parties should first attempt to resolve the matter through good faith discussion. If the matter cannot be resolved, it may proceed to mediation before any legal action is taken. 

17. Governing Law 

These Terms are governed by the laws of Western Australia. Any disputes are subject to the jurisdiction of the courts of Western Australia. 

18. Severance 

If any part of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions continue in full force.