Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 1st April 2025

1. Introduction

At North Ryde Soccer Club ("we," "our," or "us"), we are committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and disclose your personal information in compliance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).

By using our services or interacting with us, you agree to the collection and use of your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

We collect personal information to provide you with services related to soccer registration, participation, and club activities. The types of personal information we may collect include, but are not limited to:

• Name

• Date of birth

• Gender

• Contact details (e.g., phone number, email address)

• Emergency contact information

• Medical conditions or health issues (if relevant for participation)

• Payment information (for registration fees, etc.)

• Team and competition preferences

• Social media handles (if applicable)

3. How We Collect Information

We collect personal information through various means, including:

• Registration forms (online or paper)

• Club communications (e.g., email, phone, social media)

• Events, competitions, and training sessions

• Direct interactions with players, parents, and coaches

4. How We Use Your Information

We may use your personal information for the following purposes:

• To register and manage your membership with the soccer club

• To communicate important updates, events, or news related to the club

• To manage team assignments, fixtures, and participation in competitions

• To process payments for membership, uniforms, or other club-related fees

• To ensure the safety and well-being of players (including medical information for emergency situations)

• To comply with legal and regulatory obligations

• To improve our services and club operations

5. Sharing Your Information

We may share your personal information in the following circumstances:

• With Coaches and Club Volunteers: To facilitate team organization, coaching, and competition participation.

• With Third-Party Service Providers: For purposes such as payment processing, event registration, or communication (e.g., email platforms, registration systems).

• With NWSF (Northern Working Soccer Federation): As required for team and competition registration, reporting, and compliance with governing bodies.

• As Required by Law: If required by law, regulation, or legal process.

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

6. Data Security

We take the security of your personal information seriously and employ reasonable measures to protect it from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no data transmission or storage system is 100% secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Accessing and Correcting Your Information

You have the right to access the personal information we hold about you. If you believe that any information we hold is incorrect, incomplete, or outdated, you can request that we update or correct it. To access or correct your information, please contact us using the details provided below.

8. Retention of Personal Information

We will retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. When your personal information is no longer needed, we will take reasonable steps to securely delete or anonymize it.

9. Children's Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without parental consent. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child without verification of consent from a parent or guardian, we will take steps to remove that information from our systems.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website or communications may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third parties, and we encourage you to read their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on our website, and the updated policy will be effective from the date it is posted. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us  

This Privacy Policy is intended to ensure transparency and compliance with relevant Australian laws, including the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth). It is recommended that you review it regularly to stay informed about how your personal data is handled by the club.