Terms of Use

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using the Pawkichiap website, you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use this website.

Website Purpose

This website provides information about cultural heritage programs, services, and educational resources. The content is advertising in nature and is intended to inform potential participants and partners about our work.

Use of Website

You may use this website for lawful purposes only. You agree not to:

• Use the website in any way that violates applicable laws or regulations
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the website
• Interfere with or disrupt the website or servers
• Transmit viruses, malware, or other harmful code
• Collect or harvest information about other users
• Use automated systems to access the website without permission
• Impersonate any person or entity

Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including text, images, graphics, logos, and design elements, is owned by Pawkichiap or licensed to us and is protected by copyright and intellectual property laws.

You may view and print content for personal, non-commercial use only. You may not:

• Reproduce, distribute, or publicly display website content without written permission
• Modify or create derivative works from website content
• Use content for commercial purposes
• Remove copyright or proprietary notices

Cultural Content and Respect

This website may contain cultural content, including references to Indigenous Australian culture and heritage. We ask that all users:

• Treat cultural content with respect and appropriate sensitivity
• Recognize that some cultural knowledge has specific protocols around sharing and use
• Do not reproduce or use cultural content without understanding and respecting cultural context

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. These links are provided for convenience only. We do not endorse or take responsibility for the content, privacy practices, or terms of use of third-party websites.

Disclaimer of Warranties

This website and its content are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not warrant that:

• The website will be available at all times or uninterrupted
• The website will be error-free or secure
• Information on the website is accurate, complete, or current
• Defects will be corrected

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Pawkichiap shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from:

• Use or inability to use this website
• Errors or omissions in website content
• Unauthorized access to or alteration of your data
• Any other matter relating to the website

Service Information

Information about our programs and services is subject to change without notice. While we strive to provide accurate information:

• Program availability, pricing, and details may change
• Services are subject to availability and community protocols
• We reserve the right to modify or discontinue services
• Final service agreements supersede website descriptions

User-Submitted Content

If you submit content through forms or other means:

• You retain ownership of your submitted content
• You grant us permission to use submitted information to respond to your inquiry and provide services
• You represent that submitted content does not violate any third-party rights
• You agree not to submit confidential, proprietary, or culturally sensitive information without appropriate context

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Pawkichiap, its staff, and partners from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses arising from your use of the website or violation of these Terms of Use.

Governing Law

These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of Victoria, Australia. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Victoria.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms of Use is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Use at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.

Contact Information

For questions about these Terms of Use:

Email: [email protected]
Address: 127 Collins Street, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia