Copyright Information


Australian Miniature Goat information ("officially" collected, created and documented by Sue Ludwig from 1998 & 1999) is Copyright. Written permission must be obtained from S. Ludwig to use information from this site. An acknowledgement as required by copyright law and a contact listing back to the AMGR will be required.

Like everyone else, we spend many hours preparing animals and setting up for shots, to get that "perfect" photo, and spend even more time (sometimes days) on personally designed Graphics. Due to this, they are Copyright and written permission from the AMGR (or the photographer listed on the photo) must also be obtained to use them.

The AMGR is working in affiliation with the Miniature Goat Breeders Association of Australia Inc.

Current members of the MGBAA Inc, registered as breeders of the AMGR may use the AMGR logo on there website provided a link to the AMGR ( http://www.myminiaturegoats.com/index.htm ) is attached. The AMGR logo may also be used, by current MGBAA Inc members on Stud promotional material, signs etc. Please contact the AMGR prior to use. Unauthorised use of the AMGR Logo is not permitted.


Please Note: The Australian Miniature Goat Association (AMGA), continues to take our information, without our permission and puts their own copyright on our material in breach of copyright laws.


AMGR Privacy Policy

In regard to the collection of personal information by the Australian Miniature Goat Registry the AMGR will:
* not collect such information unless it is necessary for its functions or activities;
* collect such information in comprehension and obedience with Australian Privacy Law.
* take reasonable actions to ensure the person is aware:
....- of the purpose for which the information is collected (this is contained within AMGR Rules & Regulations;
....- that the AMGR reserves the right to re-distribute all or part of the information to any other entity
......or person(s) in order to achieve its objectives as defined in the AMGR Rules & Regulations and;
....- any consequences (if any) resulting from the failure to provide any requested information

In regards to the use and disclosure of personal information the AMGR will:
* not use or disclose such information about an individual for a purpose other than the stated primary
...purpose listed in the AMGR Rules & Regulations unless:
....- A secondary purpose is related to the primary purpose; and/or
....- Consent from the individual has been granted; and/or
....- Disclosure is necessary for the investigation of suspected unlawful acts upon request of authorised agencies.
* take all reasonable steps to protect the personal information it holds from misuse and loss.
* take reasonable precautions to protect such information from any unauthorised access, modification, or disclosure.

In accordance with the Rules & regulations ofthe AMGR, Every Breeder, Owner, and / or person submitting documents for inclusion in the AMGR records, by such actions and in regard to such transactions, agree that such information may be passed on to other parties as required by the AMGR.

Complaints and Further Information
Complaints:
* If a person believes that the AMGR has breached their privacy that person should make a complaint, in writing, to the AMGR by post.
* The person should notify the AMGR of any suspected breach within three (3) months of him/her discovering that breach.
* The AMGR will conduct an internal investigation on receiving a complaint and will complete the investigation within 30 days.
* The AMGR will inform the individual in writing of the outcome of the investigation.

Course of action(s) that may be taken by the AMGR:
* Make a formal apology to the person who made the complaint;
* Take action in practices and/or policies to ensure that this type of breach will not occur again;
* Take no further action if the AMGR was not found guilty; and
* Take any remedial action that is necessary or appropriate.

For further information regarding Privacy contact he Federal Privacy Commissioner:
* Tel: 1300 363 992 or
* Web site: http://www.privacy.gov.au/

 


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