Terms

1. Introduction

These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of the Lindisfarne College website: www.lindisfarne.school.nz (“our website”). By using our website, you agree to comply with these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use our website.

2. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Any changes will take effect immediately once published on our website. Please review this page regularly to ensure you are aware of any updates. Continued use of our website after changes are made indicates your acceptance of the revised Terms.

3. Changes to Our Website

We may update or change the content on our website at any time. While we strive to ensure the accuracy of information, we make no guarantees that our website or its content will always be up to date or error-free.

4. Accessing Our Website

Our website is provided free of charge and is intended primarily for parents, students, prospective families, staff, Old Boys, and the wider Lindisfarne College community.

We do not guarantee uninterrupted or secure access to our website, and we may suspend or withdraw access at any time without notice. You are responsible for ensuring that anyone accessing our website through your internet connection is aware of these Terms and complies with them.

5. Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise stated, Lindisfarne College owns the intellectual property rights for all content on our website, including text, images, logos, videos, and downloadable materials.
You may download or print extracts for personal, non-commercial use, provided you:

• Do not modify any content
• Do not remove copyright or trademark notices
• Credit Lindisfarne College where appropriate

You must not use our content for commercial purposes without our prior written permission.

6. Reliance on Information

The content on our website is provided for general information only and should not be considered professional advice or a substitute for direct communication with the College. We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of the content.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by New Zealand law:

• We exclude all warranties, representations, or guarantees, whether express or implied, relating to our website.
• We are not liable for any loss or damage (including indirect or consequential loss) arising from your use of or reliance on our website.
• We are not responsible for any loss or damage caused by viruses, cyber-attacks, or other harmful material that may infect your devices through your use of our website or any linked websites.

Nothing in these Terms limits your rights under the New Zealand Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 where applicable.

8. Uploading Content

If you submit content to our website (including comments, images, or other materials), you:

• Grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide licence to use, display, reproduce, and distribute your content.
• Confirm that your content is lawful, respectful, and does not infringe any intellectual property or privacy rights.

We reserve the right to remove content that we deem inappropriate, offensive, or in breach of these Terms.

9. Viruses and Security

While we take reasonable precautions, we do not guarantee that our website is secure or free from bugs or viruses. You are responsible for protecting your devices and should use appropriate security software.
You must not misuse our website by knowingly introducing viruses, malware, or attempting to gain unauthorised access.

10. Linking to Our Website

You may link to our home page, provided you do so fairly and legally and do not suggest any endorsement or association with Lindisfarne College without our written consent. You may not frame our website on any other site. We may withdraw linking permission at any time.

11. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external sites. These are provided for your convenience. We have no control over the content of those sites and accept no responsibility for them.

12. Privacy

Your use of our website is also governed by our [Privacy Policy](link to privacy policy), which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

13. Severability

If any part of these Terms is deemed unlawful or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

14. Waiver

Any failure by us to enforce a right or provision in these Terms does not constitute a waiver of that right or provision.

15. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of New Zealand. Any disputes relating to these Terms or the use of our website will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the New Zealand courts.