Privacy Policy
Warrandyte Pottery Studio & Gallery
Effective Date: July 2022
Last Updated: June 2025
1. Introduction
Warrandyte Pottery Studio & Gallery (hereafter referred to as "the Studio," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy of our employees, customers, and visitors in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and other relevant laws and regulations in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of personal information we may collect, how we use and protect that information, and your rights regarding your personal information.
2. Purpose of Surveillance Cameras
The Studio has implemented the use of various security cameras on our premises. The purpose of these cameras is to enhance safety, provide a secure environment for our employees and customers, and uphold our duty of care. Camera placement has been carefully considered to cover public areas only, ensuring that your privacy is respected. We reserve the right to add cameras where needed in public spaces for safety and security purposes at our discretion.
3. Surveillance Footage Collection and Use
The security cameras record visual footage only. Please note that audio recording is not enabled on any of our surveillance systems. Recorded footage may be used for the following purposes:
- To ensure the safety and security of our employees, customers, and visitors.
- To investigate any incidents or accidents that may occur on the premises.
- To assist law enforcement when required by legal authorities.
4. Data Retention and Disposal
We are committed to ensuring that any surveillance footage collected is not held longer than necessary. In accordance with applicable laws, we will retain security footage for a minimum period as required by law, after which it will be securely destroyed and disposed of in a manner that protects individual privacy.
5. Access to Surveillance Footage
Access to surveillance footage is restricted to authorised personnel only. Requests for access to footage will be examined in accordance with relevant laws and guidelines, ensuring compliance and respect for the privacy of all individuals captured in the recordings.
6. Privacy Rights
As an employee, customer, or visitor of our studio, you have certain rights regarding your personal information. These include:
- The right to request access to your personal information.
- The right to request corrections of inaccuracies in your personal information.
- The right to raise a complaint regarding the handling of your personal information.
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.
7. Changes to this Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We encourage all stakeholders to periodically review this policy to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.
8. Contact Information
For any inquiries related to this Privacy Policy or to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us at:
Warrandyte Pottery Studio & Gallery
Address: 207 Yarra Street, Warrandyte VIC 3113
Email: accounts@warrandytepottery.com.au
By using our services or entering our premises, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this Privacy Policy.