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Terms of Use

These Terms of Use govern your access to and use of the Gippsland Symphony Orchestra website located at https://www.gippslandsymphonyorchestra.com/ (the 'Site'). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.

These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of the State of Victoria, Australia, and the applicable laws of the Commonwealth of Australia.

1. About Us

The Site is operated by Gippsland Symphony Orchestra, a community orchestra based in Trafalgar, Victoria, Australia. For any questions about these Terms, please contact us at davidwilliams61@bigpond.com.

2. Use of the Site

You agree to use the Site only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not infringe the rights of others or restrict or inhibit anyone else's use of the Site.

You must not:

  • Use the Site in any way that breaches any applicable local, national, or international law or regulation
  • Transmit any unsolicited or unauthorised advertising or promotional material
  • Attempt to gain unauthorised access to any part of the Site, its servers, or any connected databases or systems
  • Use the Site to transmit any harmful, offensive, defamatory, or otherwise objectionable content
  • Interfere with or disrupt the integrity or performance of the Site

3. Intellectual Property

All content on this Site — including text, images, graphics, audio, video, logos, and page design — is owned by or licensed to Gippsland Symphony Orchestra and is protected by Australian copyright law.

You may view, download, and print content from the Site for your own personal, non-commercial use. You must not:

  • Reproduce, republish, distribute, or commercially exploit any content from the Site without our prior written consent
  • Remove or alter any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices
  • Use any GSO name, logo, or branding without our express written permission

4. Third-Party Links and Embedded Content

The Site may contain links to third-party websites, or embed content from platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. These are provided for your convenience only. We have no control over the content of those sites or platforms and accept no responsibility for them or for any loss or damage that may arise from your use of them.

The inclusion of any link or embedded content does not imply our endorsement of the linked site or platform.

5. User-Submitted Information

When you submit information through our website — such as via a contact form or workshop registration — you confirm that the information you provide is accurate and complete. You agree not to submit false, misleading, or fraudulent information.

Any personal information submitted is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy, which forms part of these Terms.

6. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Site and its content are provided on an 'as is' basis. To the fullest extent permitted by law, Gippsland Symphony Orchestra makes no representations or warranties of any kind — express or implied — regarding the Site, including but not limited to its accuracy, availability, fitness for a particular purpose, or freedom from errors or viruses.

We do not warrant that the Site will be uninterrupted or error-free, or that any defects will be corrected.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable Australian law, Gippsland Symphony Orchestra will not be liable for any loss or damage — including indirect, incidental, consequential, or special loss — arising out of or in connection with your use of (or inability to use) the Site, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such loss.

Nothing in these Terms limits any rights you may have under the Australian Consumer Law (Schedule 2 of the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth)) or other non-excludable statutory rights.

8. Accuracy of Information

We endeavour to keep information on the Site accurate and up to date, including event details, dates, and program information. However, we do not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of any information on the Site. Concert programs, dates, and performers are subject to change. Please contact us directly to confirm event details before making travel or other arrangements.

9. Events and Ticketing

Where our website links to or integrates with third-party ticketing platforms for concert bookings or event registrations, those platforms' own terms and conditions and privacy policies apply. Gippsland Symphony Orchestra is not responsible for the performance, availability, or security of any third-party ticketing service.

10. Youth Workshop Registrations

Participation in GSO youth workshops is subject to any additional terms and conditions communicated at the time of registration, including any relevant codes of conduct, supervision requirements, and photography or media consent. Parents and guardians are responsible for ensuring they have read and understood all applicable terms before registering a child.

11. Photography and Media

Gippsland Symphony Orchestra may photograph or film performances and events for promotional and archival purposes. By attending a GSO event, you acknowledge that you may appear in photographs or recordings used in our promotional materials, website, or social media. If you have any concerns about this, please contact us prior to attending.

Where children are involved in youth workshops or events, we will obtain express consent from parents or guardians before using any images or footage in which a child is identifiable.

12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms of Use are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Victoria and the Commonwealth of Australia. Any disputes arising under these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Victoria.

13. Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to update or amend these Terms of Use at any time. Changes will take effect when posted on this page with a revised date. Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms of Use or our Privacy Policy, please contact us:

 

  • Email: davidwilliams61@bigpond.com
  • Organisation: Gippsland Symphony Orchestra
  • Location: Trafalgar, VIC, Australia

 

These documents were last reviewed and updated on June 2026.

Gippsland Symphony Orchestra gratefully acknowledge the support of  Joseph Barake and all at 3BBR, The Wedge,
West Gippsland Arts Centre, Warragul Anglican Church, St Joseph's Catholic Church, Berninneit Cultural Centre, The Forge Theatre, Yarram Regent Theatre, Warragul Gazette, South Gippsland Sentinel Times, Gippsland Times, ABC Gippsland.

Gippsland Symphony Orchestra acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands across Gippsland on which we live, rehearse and perform. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging, and recognise their continuing connection to land, waters and culture.

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