Privacy

Port Macquarie Hastings Council is committed to safeguarding the privacy of individuals and handling personal information in accordance with the Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act 1998 (NSW) and Information Protection Principles, the Health Records and Information Privacy Act 2002 (NSW) and any applicable subordinate legislation.

Council collects personal information (such as name, address, and contact details) primarily for the purpose for which it was collected. As most information is collected directly from you, you will generally be aware of the purpose of collection and when your information may be disclosed. This is in accordance with Council's Privacy Management Plan and Privacy Statement. If you do not provide the requested personal information, we may be unable to provide you with access to the use of EzyBill services.

Council may use or disclose personal information for a secondary purpose (a purpose other than the original reason for collection) only where:

• You have provided consent;
• The secondary purpose is directly related to the primary purpose and would be reasonably expected; or
• The use or disclosure is permitted or required by law, or necessary for public or personal safety.

For further information on privacy matters contact Port Macquarie Hastings Council on 02 6581 8111 or by email to council@pmhc.nsw.gov or visit the following links to PMHC Privacy Management Plan Privacy Management Plan, and PMHC Privacy Statement Privacy Statement. You may also contact the Information and Privacy Commission NSW or visit ipc.nsw.gov.au for more information about privacy rights..