PRIVACY POLICY

Effective from: 1.11.2025

Travelling Academy of Dramatic Arts (T.A.D.A.) respects and values your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information that you share with us. The privacy policy below outlines how we collect, use, store and disclosure your information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1998 and the Australian Privacy Principles.

1. What is Personal Information?

Personal information refers to any information or opinion that identifies or could reasonably identify an individual. This includes names, contact details, medical or support needs, and photographs or videos.

T.A.D.A. may collect sensitive information, such as health details, to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all participants. As a result, we are required to comply with the Australian Privacy Principles under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth).

2. Who This Policy Applies To

This policy applies to:

Adult participants (18 years and older) enrolling in our classes
Parents or guardians providing information on behalf of a child under 18 years old

We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from a child under 18 years old without the express consent of a parent or guardian.

3. What information We Collect

We may collect the following personal information:

For adult students or participants:

Full name, age and home address
Contact details (e.g. phone number, email address)
Emergency contact details
Billing or payment information
Relevant medical or support needs
Media consent

For students or participants under 18 years old:

Full name, age and home address
Parent/guardian contact details (e.g. phone number, email address)
Billing or payment information (if applicable)
Emergency contact details
Relevant medical or support needs
Media consent (provided by a parent or guardian)

We only collect information that is reasonably necessary for the operation of our programs and services. Please do not provide additional sensitive information unless specifically requested.

4. How We Collect Information

We may collect personal information through:

Intake or enrolment forms
Website-based contact forms
Third-party platforms such as Jotform, Wix, and secure payment processors (e.g. Square)
Email or direct communication

5. Why We Collect Your Information

T.A.D.A. collects personal information to:

Register students in our classes and programs
Ensure the health, safety, and wellbeing of participants
Communicate with parents, guardians, and adult students
Manage billing and administration
Promote our services on social media and other platforms (where media consent is provided)

6. Media Use and Consent

Photos and videos may be taken during classes or performances for use on our website, social media platforms, and promotional materials. This will only occur with prior written consent.

Adult participants may provide or withdraw their own consent.
Parents or guardians must provide consent on behalf of a child under 18 years old.

Consent can be withdrawn at any time by contacting us.

7. How We Store and Protect Information

All personal information is securely stored in:

Encrypted or password-protected digital formats
Locked or otherwise secured physical formats (if applicable)

Only authorised T.A.D.A. staff have access to participant information for legitimate administrative purposes. We take all reasonable steps to protect information from misuse, interference, loss, unauthorised access, modification, or disclosure.

Retention periods:

Health and support-related details are deleted within 12 months of a participant’s final class, unless required for legal or safety reasons.
Financial and administrative records are retained for a minimum of 7 years, in accordance with Australian taxation and business laws.

After these periods, information is securely deleted or de-identified.

8. Sharing Your Information

T.A.D.A. does not sell or rent personal information.

We may share limited information with trusted third-party service providers to support administration and service delivery, including:

Payment platforms (e.g. Square)
Digital form services (e.g. Jotform, Wix)

These providers may store or process data overseas. We take reasonable steps to ensure any information handled outside Australia is managed in accordance with Australian Privacy Standards.

9. Website Analytics and Cookies

Our website may use cookies or analytics tools (such as Google Analytics or Wix Analytics) to help us understand how users interact with our site. These tools do not collect personally identifiable information unless it is voluntarily submitted via forms.

You may disable cookies at any time through your browser settings.

10. Access and Correction

You have the right to access or correct the personal information we hold.

Adult participants may request access to or updates of their own information
Parents or guardians may request access to or corrections of their child’s information

To make a request, please contact us using the details below.

11. Data Breaches

In the event of a data breach that is likely to cause serious harm, we will notify affected individuals and, if required, the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) in accordance with the Notifiable Data Breaches (NDB) scheme.

12. Complaints and Concerns

We take privacy seriously and are committed to addressing concerns respectfully and promptly. If you believe your privacy has been breached or you are dissatisfied with how your personal information has been handled, please contact us.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations at any time. The most current version will always be available on our website and will include the effective date at the top of the page.

14. Contact Us

For questions, corrections, access requests, or complaints, please contact:

Christopher Mills trading as Travelling Academy of Dramatic Arts (T.A.D.A.)

Email: hello@travellingacademyofdramaticarts.com.au

Mobile: 0400 821 304