Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 2026
Hervey Bay Bowl ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") operates herveybaybowl.com.au (the "Site"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By accessing and using herveybaybowl.com.au, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by all the provisions of this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
We may collect information about you in a variety of ways. The information we may collect on the Site includes:
- Personal Data: Name, email address, phone number, and other identifiable information you voluntarily provide.
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and pages visited on our Site.
- Cookie Data: Information stored through cookies and similar tracking technologies.
- Usage Data: Information about how you interact with the Site, including clicks, time spent on pages, and navigation patterns.
- Location Data: Your approximate geographic location (via IP address) to comply with Australian gambling regulations.
How We Use Information
We use the information we collect in the following ways:
- To provide, maintain, and improve the Site and our services.
- To process affiliate commissions and track referrals to partner casinos.
- To conduct analytics and understand user behaviour to optimise content and user experience.
- To send promotional emails and newsletters (with your consent).
- To comply with Australian gambling laws and advertising standards.
- To detect, prevent, and address fraud and security issues.
- To personalise content and recommendations.
Cookie Policy
Our Site uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. Types of cookies we use include:
- Essential Cookies: Required for Site functionality and security.
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use the Site (e.g., Google Analytics).
- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Used to track referrals and commission eligibility with partner casinos.
- Marketing Cookies: Track your interaction with our content for advertising purposes.
Opt-Out Options: You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. Please note that disabling cookies may affect Site functionality. For more information, visit www.allaboutcookies.org or your browser's help documentation.
Third-Party Links
Our Site contains links to third-party websites, including online casinos and other affiliates. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or policies of these external websites. When you click on a link to a third-party site, you leave herveybaybowl.com.au and are subject to that site's privacy policy. We recommend you review their privacy policies before providing any personal information or engaging in transactions. We are an affiliate website and earn commissions from referred players, but we do not control how partner casinos collect, use, or protect your data.
Your Rights
Under Australian Privacy Legislation (Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and Australian Privacy Principles), you have the right to:
- Request access to personal information we hold about you.
- Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Request deletion of your information (subject to legal obligations).
- Withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time.
- Lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) if you believe we have mishandled your data.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided below.
Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations. Generally, we retain:
- Analytics data for up to 24 months.
- Affiliate tracking data for the duration of our business relationship plus 12 months.
- Contact information for subscribers until they unsubscribe.
- Legal and compliance records as required by Australian law.
You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to applicable legal requirements.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us at:
Privacy Enquiries
Email: privacy@herveybaybowl.com.au
Website: herveybaybowl.com.au
We will respond to your enquiry within 30 days or as otherwise required by law.
Disclaimer: This website is intended for entertainment and informational purposes only. Gambling involves risk and may not be suitable for everyone. Please gamble responsibly and in accordance with Australian law. If you have concerns about gambling, contact Gambling Help Online or Gamblers Anonymous Australia.