Terms & Conditions

1. Introduction

Welcome to the website of the Chatswood Chamber of Commerce (the “Chamber”). These Terms & Conditions apply to your use of our website, attendance at our events, membership activities, and your engagement with the Chamber. By using the site, registering for events, or participating in Chamber activities, you agree to abide by these Terms & Conditions and our Code of Conduct.

2. Copyright

The material on the Chamber’s site is the intellectual property of its creators. The Chamber claims rights only to the publication of this material in its current form. Thereafter, all rights revert to the writer, artist or other creative person or people responsible for the material.< /p>

Any use of copyright material is subject to the agreement of the creative person or people. The creators of all written, drawn or other material on the site assert their moral rights to the material therein wherever such moral rights are applicable.

You may view the website and its contents using your web browser and save an electronic copy, or print out a copy, of parts of the website solely for your own information, research or study, but only if you 

• do not modify the copy from how it appears on the website; and 
• include the copyright notice “© The Chamber” on the copy.

3. Disclaimer

The information published on this website is subject to copyright and may not be reproduced in any form without written permission from the Chamber. The opinions expressed on this website do not necessarily represent the opinions of the Chamber or its staff. The information published on this website is intended as general information only and should not be relied on in place of specific legal or professional advice.

No responsibility or liability is accepted by the Chamber or its staff for any claim which may arise from any person acting on the information published on this website.

4. Event Photography and Recording

By attending Chamber events, you acknowledge and consent to being photographed or recorded. These photos and recordings may be used by the Chamber for marketing, promotional, and publicity purposes. If you do not wish to appear in any photos or recordings, please contact our office prior to the event.

5. Third-Party Websites

This site contains links to third-party sites. The Chamber is not responsible for the condition or the content of those sites as they are not under its control. The link(s) are provided solely for your convenience and do not indicate, expressly or by implication, any endorsement of the site(s) or the products or services provided there. You access such site(s) and use their products and services solely at your own risk.

6. Other Terms

These Terms & Conditions govern your relationship with the Chamber in respect of the website and other Chamber-provided services unless otherwise agreed in writing. The Chamber reserves the right to update or modify these Terms & Conditions at any time. You should check this page periodically for changes. Use of the website following any such change will constitute your acceptance of the updated Terms & Conditions.

7. Code of Conduct

The Chamber is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and professional environment for all members, partners, staff, event participants and website users. By engaging with the Chamber and its activities, you agree to abide by the following standards of conduct:

7.1 Respectful Behaviour

• Treat all individuals with courtesy, dignity and respect.
• Avoid any behaviour that is discriminatory, harassing, intimidating or offensive.
• Respect differences in culture, opinion, background and business practices.

7.2 Professionalism and Integrity

• Conduct yourself in a professional and ethical manner at all times when representing or engaging with the Chamber.
• Provide accurate information and avoid misleading, dishonest or defamatory statements.
• Honour commitments and agreements made during Chamber activities, networking events or collaborations.

7.3 Inclusive and Safe Environment

• Ensure events, meetings and online forums are welcoming and inclusive to all participants.
• Refrain from behaviour that disrupts events, causes discomfort or creates an unsafe environment.
• Report any behaviour that undermines safety, fairness or integrity.

7.4 Confidentiality and Privacy

• Respect the confidentiality of information shared by members or obtained through Chamber activities.
• Do not misuse personal or business information for unauthorised purposes.
• Comply with all relevant privacy laws and Chamber policies.

7.5 Responsible Use of Chamber Platforms

• Use the Chamber’s website, social media platforms, directories and communication channels in a respectful and constructive manner.
• Do not post or distribute spam, defamatory content or material that infringes on intellectual property rights.
• Avoid using Chamber platforms for aggressive sales tactics or unsolicited advertising.

7.6 Conflicts of Interest

• Disclose any conflicts of interest that may influence your decisions or actions in Chamber activities.
• Refrain from using your position within the Chamber for personal or commercial advantage at the expense of others.

7.7 Compliance and Consequences

• All members and participants are expected to comply with this Code of Conduct as well as the Terms & Conditions.
• The Chamber reserves the right to issue warnings, remove individuals from events, suspend membership or terminate membership if breaches occur.
• Membership and event fees are not refundable if termination occurs as a result of a Code of Conduct violation.  

8. Contact Information

If you have any questions or need further information about these Terms & Conditions or the Code of Conduct, please contact:

Chatswood Chamber of Commerce
Telephone: 02 9415 2636
Mobile: 0421 882 019
Email: [email protected]