Privacy policy

The following statement sets out APP Corporation's policy relating to:

  • the collection, storage, disclosure and use of personal information; and
  • how personal information can be accessed, corrected or updated.

Our purpose is to assure anyone who does business with APP Corporation that we comply with the Privacy Act 1988. APP Corporation takes seriously its obligation to safeguard personal information. APP Corporation is required to comply with the National Privacy Principles as set out in the Privacy Act 1988.

What Personal Information

We Collect APP Corporation collects personal information that is necessary to support its business operations.

The nature of any personal information we collect depends very much on the nature of our relationship with the individual concerned. If individuals choose not to provide us with personal information, then we may not be able to provide them with goods or services they require or consider their applications for employment.

Collection of personal information

We collect personal information in a number of ways, including:

  • directly from individuals who contact us, whether in person, by telephone, letter or e-mail;
  • through interaction between individuals and our employees or sub consultants.

How We Use Personal Information

The personal information we collect is primarily used for the purposes for which it is collected. For example, when a client conducts business with us, we use contact information for the purposes of contacting the client when required. We may also use contact details for the purpose of sending information about matters that may be of interest or relevance. You may at any time request not to receive this information.

To Whom Personal Information is Disclosed

Personal information is not disclosed to a third party if the individual concerned requests us not to do so, save that we may disclose personal information to:

  • government and regulatory authorities and other organisations, as required, or authorised by law;
  • our professional advisers, including our accountants, insurers, auditors and lawyers; and
  • our parent company

Visiting Our Web Site

We may create "log files" to collect statistical data about the date, time and duration of visits and which pages of our web site are most commonly accessed. This information may be used by us to administer and improve the web site.

Security of Personal Information

We will take reasonable steps to protect personal information we collect from misuse, loss or unauthorised access, modification or disclosure and ensure that it is accurate and up-to-date (as far as this is practicable). Our employees are required to maintain the confidentiality of all personal information.

Storage of Personal Information

Personal information may be stored in hard copy or electronic form.

Access To and Correcting Personal Information

Individuals may request access to his or her personal information by writing to us. Access will be provided to personal information, subject to some exceptions allowed by law. We reserve the right to charge a fee for searching for and providing access to personal information. If you think that any personal information we hold about you is inaccurate, incomplete or out-of-date, or you have any questions or concerns in relation to privacy, please contact us on 02 9957 6211 between 9.00 am to 5.00 pm, Monday to Friday. Alternatively, you can write to us at info@app.com.au or Level 7, 116 Miller Street, North Sydney, NSW, 2060.

Ian Maxted

Chief Executive Officer

June 2011