Privacy Policy

Effective as of 1st June 2026

Murray Dairy is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information in a safe, respectful, and transparent manner. This policy outlines how we collect, use, store and disclose personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).

1. What We Collect

We may collect personal information, including but not limited to:

  • Name, email address, phone number and postal address

  • Business or farm name and role

  • Event attendance and survey responses

  • Demographic and regional information

  • Feedback and correspondence

  • Website activity via cookies and analytics tools

In some cases, we may collect sensitive information (e.g., dietary requirements or accessibility needs for events), but only where necessary and with your consent.

2. How We Collect It

Personal information may be collected through:

  • Online forms (e.g. event RSVPs, newsletter sign-ups, surveys)

  • Email or phone correspondence

  • In-person events, programs or meetings

  • Website and social media interactions

  • Third-party services with your permission (e.g. Eventbrite, Mailchimp)

 3. Why We Collect It

We collect your information to:

  • Communicate with farmers, stakeholders, and community members

  • Deliver programs, services and events

  • Share updates, research, and industry news

  • Understand regional needs and improve service delivery

  • Comply with reporting obligations to funding partners (e.g. Dairy Australia, Gardiner Foundation)

  • Evaluate the effectiveness and reach of our work

We only collect personal information where it is reasonably necessary for our functions and activities.

4. Disclosure of Information

Murray Dairy does not sell or rent your personal information. We may disclose your information to:

  • Our key partners and funders (e.g. Dairy Australia, Gardiner Foundation) for project delivery or reporting

  • Trusted third-party service providers (e.g. email platforms, survey tools, event software)

  • Government or regulatory bodies where legally required

All third parties are required to adhere to privacy obligations.

5. Storage & Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from misuse, interference, loss, unauthorised access, modification or disclosure.

This includes:

  • Secure internal systems

  • Access restrictions

  • Regular reviews of information management practices

Information is stored securely within Australia unless otherwise disclosed.

6. Access & Correction

You have the right to access your personal information held by Murray Dairy and request correction if it is inaccurate, outdated, or incomplete.

To request access or changes, please contact us at:

info@murraydairy.com.au

(03) 5833 5312

7. Cookies & Website Analytics

Our website uses cookies and third-party tools (e.g. Google Analytics) to understand how visitors interact with our content. This helps us improve usability and relevance. You can control cookies through your browser settings.

8. Email Communications

You can unsubscribe from our newsletters or promotional communications at any time by clicking the ‘unsubscribe’ link in the email or contacting us directly.

9. Changes to This Policy

This policy may be updated from time to time. The latest version will always be available on our website.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions, feedback, or concerns about this policy or how your personal information is handled, please contact:

Murray Dairy

255 Ferguson Rd

Tatura VIC 3616

info@murraydairy.com.au

(03) 5833 5312

We’re committed to being transparent and respectful in how we manage your information, in line with our values of integrity and responsiveness.