Terms & Conditions

Effective Date: October 2025

Welcome to the Mittagong Swimming Club website. By accessing or using this website, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following Terms and Conditions. Please read them carefully before using the site. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, you should not use this website.

1. General Information

This website is owned and operated by Mittagong Swimming Club ("the Club", "we", "our", "us").

The website provides information about Club activities, memberships, events, training schedules, and community updates.

We reserve the right to modify or update these Terms and Conditions at any time without prior notice. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

2. Use of This Website

You agree to use this website for lawful purposes only.

You must not:

Use this website to engage in any unlawful, fraudulent, or malicious activity
Post or transmit any harmful or offensive material
Attempt to gain unauthorised access to the website or its servers
Interfere with the website’s security or performance
We may suspend or terminate access to any user who violates these terms.

3. Membership and Registration

If you register or renew your membership through this website, you agree to:

Provide accurate, current, and complete information
Keep your contact details up to date
Comply with the Club’s Constitution, By-Laws, and Code of Conduct

Memberships are processed in accordance with Swim NSW and Swimming Australia guidelines.

The Club reserves the right to refuse or cancel membership applications that do not meet eligibility criteria or breach Club standards.

4. Payments and Refunds

All fees for memberships, events, or merchandise must be paid in full at the time of registration or purchase.

Refunds will only be provided in accordance with:

The Club’s refund policy
Applicable Swim NSW or Swimming Australia competition policies
Australian Consumer Law (where relevant)

If an event is cancelled, postponed, or rescheduled, the Club will provide guidance on credit, transfer, or refund options.

5. Event Participation

By registering for any swimming event or training session through this website, you acknowledge that:

Swimming involves inherent physical risks
Participants must follow safety instructions from coaches or officials
Parents or guardians are responsible for ensuring that children are fit and capable of participation

The Club accepts no responsibility for injuries or losses resulting from activities conducted under proper supervision and in accordance with safety guidelines.

6. Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including text, images, graphics, logos, and design elements, is the property of Mittagong Swimming Club or its licensors and is protected by copyright law.

You may view, download, or print material for personal, non-commercial use only.
You may not reproduce, distribute, or use any content from this website for commercial purposes without written permission from the Club.

7. Links to Other Websites

This website may contain links to external websites or third-party services.
These links are provided for convenience only.

We do not control and are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or reliability of those websites.

8. Privacy

Your use of this website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect and handle personal information.

By using this website, you consent to our data handling practices as outlined in that policy.

9. Disclaimer and Liability

While we make every effort to ensure the accuracy of information on this website, we do not guarantee that all content is current or error-free.

The Club accepts no liability for:

Any loss or damage arising from reliance on information provided on this website
Any disruption, error, or technical issue that affects access or use
Your use of this website is at your own risk.

Nothing in these terms limits your rights under Australian Consumer Law.

10. Indemnity

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Mittagong Swimming Club, its Committee, volunteers, coaches, and members from any claim, liability, loss, or expense arising from your use of the website, breach of these terms, or violation of any law or rights of a third party.

11. Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of New South Wales, Australia.

Any disputes will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of New South Wales.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact:
Mittagong Swimming Club
Email: secretary@mittagongswimmingclub.com.au