Privacy Policy
Internet Privacy Statement
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Privacy Statement
REA 61 and its affiliated companies (collectively referred to as "REA 61", "we", "us", or "our") are committed to protecting your privacy and securing your Personal Information. We adhere to the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) ("Privacy Act") and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) outlined in the Privacy Act. This privacy statement applies to the website owned and operated by REA 61.
By providing your personal information to REA 61, you consent to our collection and use of your personal information as described in this Privacy Statement, and as reasonably expected at the time of collection. We will handle any personal information provided (or not provided) in compliance with the APPs, the Privacy Act, and REA 61's Privacy Policy.
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What Constitutes Personal Information?
Personal information refers to any data about you that identifies you or can be used to identify you, as well as information related to REA 61’s interactions with you.
Examples include your name, address, email address, phone number, property details, occupation, interests, and any other information you provide to REA 61.
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How We Collect Personal Information
The way we collect personal information from you depends on your interactions with REA 61’s website. Here’s a general overview of how we might gather personal information and how it helps us improve our website.
Cookies
Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience by tracking site usage, user navigation, and customizing site content. Most browsers are set to accept cookies by default, but you can opt out if you prefer not to receive them. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies or alert you when they are being used. For assistance, consult the support services of your browser provider.
Online Forms
When you submit personal information via our online forms for inquiries, we collect details such as your name, email address, and information about your interests and needs. Some of this information is required to accurately identify and respond to your requests, marked with an asterisk (*). If mandatory fields are left incomplete, you will be prompted to provide the necessary details.
Optional information, such as age and gender, helps us better understand our users' demographics and interests.
Typically, you may be asked to provide personal details when you:
- Share comments or suggestions with us;
- Create a link to REA 61’s site;
- Register for REA 61’s services;
- Subscribe to REA 61’s publications;
- Request sales or advertising information; and/or
- Submit an inquiry.
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How We Use Your Personal Information
REA 61 uses your personal information to provide and improve our services to you, both now and in the future. This information helps us tailor our services to meet your needs. Specifically, your personal information may be used for:
- Analyzing usage patterns to enhance REA 61’s website, with data kept anonymous;
- Registering, updating, or deleting your personal information upon request;
- Responding to your submissions, inquiries, feedback, ratings, comments, or complaints;
- Communicating with you about publications, marketing, and special events. We will only record your email address if you subscribe to our publications, using it solely for that purpose;
- Conducting analysis, credit checks, research, investigations, and information broking;
- Providing third-party concierge services related to REA 61’s property services.
You can opt out of receiving publications, marketing materials, or special event notifications from us at any time.
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Sharing Your Information
By providing your personal information, you consent to its collection, storage, and use as described, and to its disclosure to REA 61’s affiliated entities and their officers, contractors, employees, and agents who may handle your information accordingly. Your information is not shared with unrelated third parties unless explicitly stated when you submit it. Access to your information is limited to authorized REA 61 personnel. We may disclose your information if required by law or if there’s a risk to a person’s safety or health.
REA 61 is not responsible for third-party sites linked from our website. We recommend reviewing their privacy statements, as we cannot control their content or practices.
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Disclosure of Information Overseas
Some of the third parties with whom we share your personal information may be located both in Australia and abroad, including in countries like the Philippines and Malaysia. We take reasonable measures to ensure these third parties protect your information in line with APPs and the Privacy Act. However, by consenting to such disclosure, you acknowledge that REA 61 is not liable for any breaches of Australian privacy laws by these overseas entities. You consent to this international disclosure under these terms. -
Anonymous Transactions
You have the option to interact with us anonymously unless legal requirements or practicalities necessitate identification. -
Keeping Information Up-to-Date
It’s important that the personal information we hold is accurate, complete, and current. You can contact us anytime to access, update, or correct your personal information if it’s inaccurate or incomplete. -
Protecting Personal Information
REA 61 ensures that any collected personal information is kept confidential. We employ reasonable measures to protect your data from loss, misuse, unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure, with access restricted to authorized personnel. You may request access to or removal of your personal information by contacting our privacy officer. -
Inquiries and Complaints
For more information or to make a complaint about how REA 61 has handled your personal information, please contact us through the following methods:
Mail:
The Privacy Officer
REA 61
1 / 117 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne VIC 3000