Terms of Use

Terms

Our terms apply to the website www.aucklandpho.co.nz and social media of Auckland PHO Limited and its wholly owned subsidiaries (“Auckland PHO” us", "we" or "our"). By accessing this Website and viewing any content you are agreeing to these terms (which may change from time to time).

If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use this site (it is your responsibility to check the Terms of Use regularly for any changes).

Modification of the Terms and Conditions

Auckland PHO reserves the right to change these terms at any time without notice. Changes will be effective once published on the website.

Disclaimer

We cannot accept any legal liability for any loss, errors or damages, whether direct, indirect or consequential, resulting from using this website or information on it – which may change from time to time. We try to ensure that the information on our website is correct and current, however, we do not warrant the accuracy, reliability or completeness of the material on the website or the results of its use. Any reference to commercial products or services does not form an endorsement or recommendation.

The information on this website is for general informational and educational purposes only. The content is not intended to constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. You should always seek individualised advice from a qualified health professional. In an emergency call, 111.

We do not warrant that:

the website will be available at all times or for any specific duration;
website functions will be uninterrupted or error-free;
the website is free of any viruses or other harmful components;
the website or associated social media channels are monitored 24/7. They should not be used for clinical or urgent communications.

You must seek permission to copy, use and/or distribute information from this website. Please email info@aucklandpho.co.nz to seek permission to use, copy or link to material from our website. Where third-party content is used with permission, copyright remains with the original owner. The website Resource Library and contents contained within it are provided at no cost to our member practices and are not intended for third party use (unless permissions are granted).

If you are sharing files from this site on other sites, we ask that you link to the file. Links to third party websites may contain information that is the copyright of third parties so please ensure permission is gained from the third party before using any of their material.

Links to and from other websites

Any links to third party websites on this website are provided solely for your convenience. If you use these links, you are leaving this website. Auckland PHO may not have reviewed all third-party websites and is not responsible for their websites or their content or availability. Auckland PHO therefore does not endorse or make any representations about them, or any material found there, or any results that may be obtained from using them. If you decide to access any third party websites links provided in this website, you do so entirely at your own risk. Auckland PHO therefore takes no responsibility for the content, accuracy, or availability of information on third-party websites and disclaims any liability for loss or damage arising from your use of them.

You are not entitled to create a link to any of the pages on this website without prior written permission from us. If you do create a link to any of the pages of this website, you acknowledge that you are responsible for all direct or indirect consequences of the link and you agree to indemnify us for all loss, damage, liability, costs or expenses arising from or in connection with the link.

Personal Information and Privacy

We collect information when you use our website. We also do this when you visit one of our social media pages, including Facebook and LinkedIn. This is done in compliance with the Privacy Act 2020 and the Health Information Privacy Code 2020.

You can see more details about how we collect, use and share personal information in our privacy statement.

Cookies and web analytics

Cookies are small text files stored in your browser by websites you visit. Cookies allow web servers to temporarily store information within your browser and permit us to recognise the computer you have used to access the Website. They help websites function efficiently, perform specific tasks, and provide site owners with information about how their sites are used.

We use cookies on our website to:

Inform usage analytics and browsing preferences.
Provide you with access to tailored information and services from the site.
Enable certain features, such as keeping you logged in during your visit.

You can manage cookies by deleting existing ones from your browser or adjusting your browser settings to choose not to receive cookies in future. By continuing to use this website, you consent to the use of cookies as described.

Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise stated, the copyright and other intellectual property rights in all material on the website (including without limitation photographs and graphical images) are owned by Auckland PHO or its licensors. Nothing in these terms grants you any rights to use any trade mark, logo, or brand of Auckland PHO without our prior written consent.

For the purposes of these Terms, any form of reproduction, transmission, distribution or unauthorised use of material from the website for any purpose is prohibited. Any infringement of Auckland PHO’s intellectual property rights will be fully enforced under New Zealand law.

Limitation of Liability

Auckland PHO and any of the company’s related companies, officers, directors, employees, contractors, shareholders and agents of them disclaims and excludes all liability for any claim, loss, demand or damages of any kind whatsoever (including indirect, consequential, or special damages) arising out of or in connection with the use of either the website or the information, content or materials included, or on any website we link to.

If your use of material on the website results in the need for servicing, repair or correction of equipment, software or data, you assume all costs thereof.

User Content

Views expressed in any user generated content on this site are not necessarily the views of Auckland PHO. When sharing content from this website you agree to only share content that does not defame any person and does not infringe upon the copyright, moral rights, publicity rights, privacy rights or any other right of any person, or violate any law or judicial or governmental order.

Governing Law

This website is governed by New Zealand law, and the courts of New Zealand have exclusive jurisdiction. The website may not comply with laws of countries outside of New Zealand. If you access this website from another country, it is your responsibility to comply with the laws of that country. Nothing in these terms limits any rights you may have under the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 that cannot be lawfully excluded.

Security and Acceptable Use

It is unlawful to intentionally cause damage to this website and you accept responsibility for ensuring your own computer is secure, and free from all forms of corruption including viruses. You must not use this website in a way that could damage, disable, overburden, or impair it, or interfere with other users' access or security

If you have any questions regarding these Terms. please contact us at info@aucklandpho.co.nz