PRIVACY POLICY: GP REFRESH PTY LTD
Last Updated: 5th March 2026
Entity: GP Refresh Pty Ltd (Australian Business Number 35 680 086 917)
- OUR COMMITMENT TO PRIVACY
GP Refresh (“we”, “us”, or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth), the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs), and, where applicable, the Spam Act 2003 (Cth).
- INFORMATION WE COLLECT
We collect information necessary to provide our medical education services and events. This includes (but not limited to):
- Personal Identifiers:Name, profession, medical specialty, and clinic/practice name.
- Contact Information:Email address, phone number, and mailing address.
- Professional Details:AHPRA registration numbers and college membership details (e.g., RACGP/ACRRM) for CPD point processing.
- Financial Information:Credit card or payment details (processed securely via third-party encrypted gateways; we do not store full card numbers).
- Technical Data:IP address, browser type, and usage data collected via cookies when you visit our website.
- HOW WE COLLECT INFORMATION
We collect personal information directly from you when you (but not limited to):
- Register for an event or webinar.
- Subscribe to our newsletter or digital updates.
- Complete a survey or feedback form.
- Communicate with us via email or social media.
- PURPOSE OF COLLECTION AND USE
We use your information for the following primary purposes(but not limited to):
- Event Management:To process registrations, provide event updates, and issue certificates of attendance.
- CPD Reporting:To report your participation to relevant medical colleges (e.g., RACGP) for the allocation of CPD hours.
- Communication:To send you information about upcoming events we believe may be of professional interest to you.
- Improvement:To analyze attendee feedback and optimize our educational content.
- DISCLOSURE OF PERSONAL INFORMATION
We may disclose your information to(but not limited to):
- Accreditation Bodies:Professional colleges (e.g., RACGP, ACRRM) to verify attendance for CPD points.
- Service Providers:Third-party providers who assist in our operations (e.g., email platforms, registration software, and IT support).
- Event Sponsors & Partners:We may share attendee lists (typically limited to Name, Profession, and Clinic) with event sponsors. Note: We do not share your private contact details (email/phone) with sponsors for their independent marketing without your express “opt-in” consent.
- Legal Requirements:Where required by law or to assist law enforcement.
- OVERSEAS DATA TRANSFERS
Some of our service providers (such as cloud storage or email marketing tools) may be located outside of Australia. We take reasonable steps to ensure these providers handle your data with a level of protection consistent with Australian privacy laws.
- DATA SECURITY AND RETENTION
We implement technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. We retain your professional records (such as CPD attendance) for a period of “e.g., 7 years” to meet auditing requirements, after which it is securely destroyed or de-identified.
- YOUR RIGHTS AND CHOICES
- Access & Correction:You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you and ask for corrections.
- Opt-Out:You may unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time using the “unsubscribe” link in our emails.
- Cookies:You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
- NOTIFIABLE DATA BREACHES
In the event of a data breach that is likely to result in serious harm, we will notify you and the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) in accordance with our obligations under the Notifiable Data Breaches (NDB) scheme.
- COMPLAINTS AND CONTACT
If you have questions or a complaint regarding our privacy practices, please contact our Privacy Officer:
Email: info@gprefresh.com.au
Postal Address: Unit 2, 6 Attenborough Blvd, Pimpama, QLD 4209
If you are not satisfied with our response, you may contact the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) at www.oaic.gov.au.
