Privacy Policy

South Canterbury Hunt Inc.

South Canterbury Hunt Inc. (“we”, “us”, or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy and managing personal information in a transparent and lawful manner in accordance with the Privacy Act 2020 (New Zealand).

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, disclose, and protect personal information collected through the Website.

1. Purpose of Collection

We only collect personal information that is necessary for a lawful purpose, connected with our activities, including the operation of the Website and communication with members, visitors, and interested parties.

2. Collection of Personal Information

We may collect personal information when voluntarily provided via forms, registrations, or enquiries, including:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Postal address

  • Phone number

  • Other voluntarily submitted information

If you choose not to provide personal information, we may be unable to respond to your enquiry or provide requested services.

3. Use of Personal Information

Personal information is used only for the purpose for which it was collected:

  • Responding to enquiries or requests

  • Processing registrations, forms, or event participation

  • Communicating information relevant to your enquiry or involvement

  • Managing mailing lists where consent has been given

  • Improving Website functionality and services

We will not use personal information for other purposes without consent, unless required or permitted by law.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

The Website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

  • Analyse traffic and usage patterns

  • Understand visitor interaction

  • Improve Website performance and user experience

Cookies do not collect personal information on their own but may be linked to personal information you have provided.You can manage or disable cookies through your browser; disabling may affect Website functionality.Aggregated, non-identifiable information may be shared with third parties for analytical purposes.

5. Disclosure of Personal Information

We may disclose personal information only where:

  • You have given consent

  • Required or authorised by law

  • To government agencies or regulatory authorities

  • To service providers assisting us in operating the Website (they are bound by privacy obligations)

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information.

6. Storage and Security

We take reasonable steps to protect personal information from loss, misuse, unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. Access is limited to authorised personnel.

7. Retention

We retain personal information only as long as reasonably necessary for the purpose collected or as required by law.

8. Access and Correction

You have the right to:

  • Access personal information we hold about you

  • Request correction of inaccurate, incomplete, or out-of-date information

Requests can be made via the Contact Us page. Verification of identity may be required.

9. Links to Other Websites

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites linked from the Website.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

Updates will be posted on the Website and take effect from the date of publication.

11. Contact

For questions, concerns, or complaints about personal information, contact:

South Canterbury Hunt Inc.

c/- P Medcalf

445 Barnswood Road

RD 5,

Ashburton 7775

New Zealand


You may also contact the Office of the Privacy Commissioner (NZ) if unsatisfied with our response.


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