JTN RE PTY LTD (ABN 34 663 965 062) and BJGCP Pty Ltd (ABN 18 666 686 228) (we, us, our) are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with our obligations under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) (Privacy Act).
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose and manage personal information through this website.
This Privacy Policy applies only to personal information collected through this website. We also maintain a comprehensive Privacy Policy & Collection Notice that governs the collection, use and disclosure of personal information in connection with our real estate agency business, including property management, sales, leasing and related services. A copy of our Privacy Policy & Collection Notice is available here: Privacy Policy & Collection Notice.
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time by publishing a revised version on this website. Any changes take effect from the date the updated Privacy Policy is published.
What information do we collect?
We may collect personal information that you provide to us through this website, including:
- Your name and contact details;
- Information contained in enquiries, forms, applications, registrations or requests submitted through the website;
- Information relating to property sales, purchases, leasing, property management or other real estate services;
- Financial, employment, rental history or transaction-related information where relevant to your enquiry or application;
- Information collected through cookies, analytics tools and similar technologies; and
- Any other personal information that you choose to provide to us.
Why do we collect this information?
We collect personal information to:
- Respond to enquiries and requests;
- Provide real estate services, including property management, leasing, sales and related services;
- Facilitate property inspections, applications, sales and transactions;
- Communicate with you about our services;
- Verify the information provided to us;
- Comply with our legal and regulatory obligations, including obligations relating to identity verification and anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing requirements; and
- Improve our website, services and customer experience.
For more information about how we collect, use, store and disclose personal information in connection with our real estate services, please refer to our Privacy Policy & Collection Notice.
Use and disclosure of personal information
We may use and disclose personal information for the purposes for which it was collected and as otherwise permitted by law, including:
- Providing services and responding to enquiries;
- Maintaining and updating our records;
- Verifying information with third parties where appropriate;
- Communicating with property owners, purchasers, tenants, landlords and service providers where relevant;
- Complying with legal and regulatory requirements; and
- Any purpose authorised or required by law.
Overseas disclosure
We may disclose personal information to members of our offshore support team located in the Philippines for administrative, operational and support purposes.
We may also use cloud-based systems, software platforms and electronic storage services that may store or process information outside Australia. We take reasonable steps to ensure that overseas recipients handle personal information in a manner consistent with Australian privacy laws.
As electronic and cloud-based storage systems may be accessible from multiple countries, it is not always practical to identify every country in which personal information may be stored or processed.
Anonymity and pseudonymity
You may access and browse this website without identifying yourself.
However, where you wish to make an enquiry, submit information, request services or otherwise engage with us, we may require personal information in order to assist you. If you choose not to provide requested information, we may be unable to provide some or all of our services.
Cookies and website analytics
We may use cookies and similar technologies to improve website functionality and user experience.
Cookies are small files stored on your device that enable a website to recognise your browser and remember certain information. Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, however you can modify your browser settings to refuse cookies if you prefer.
We may also use analytics and advertising services, including Google Analytics and similar platforms, to understand website usage and improve our services. These services may use cookies and related technologies to collect information about how visitors interact with our website.
Information security
We take reasonable steps to protect personal information from misuse, interference, loss, unauthorised access, modification or disclosure.
While we implement appropriate security measures, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of information transmitted over the internet.
Links to other websites
This website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content or security of those websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external websites you visit.
Marketing and opt-out
We may use personal information (excluding sensitive information) for marketing, research and service improvement purposes and to provide information about our services, related services or opportunities that may be of interest to you.
You may opt out of receiving marketing communications at any time by contacting us or by using any unsubscribe facility included in our communications.
We will not use sensitive information for marketing purposes without your consent.
Accessing and correcting your personal information
You may request access to personal information we hold about you and request correction of any information that is inaccurate, incomplete, misleading, irrelevant or out of date.
We may charge a reasonable fee for providing access to personal information where permitted by law.
Requests for access or correction should be made in writing to the Privacy Officer using the contact details below.
Contact us
Wilton Lemke Stewart
328 King Street Newcastle NSW 2300
Telephone: (02) 4086 7171
Email: hayley@wlsre.com.au
If you have any questions, concerns or complaints regarding privacy or the handling of your personal information, please contact us using the details above.
You may also contact the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner:
Telephone: 1300 363 992
Website: www.oaic.gov.au
Online Enquiry Form: www.oaic.gov.au/privacy/privacy-complaints
Acceptance of this Privacy Policy
By using this website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and consent to the collection, use and disclosure of personal information as described in this Privacy Policy and as otherwise permitted by law.