Terms of Use

African Professional Council of New Zealand Incorporated

Website: apcnz.org.nz

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the website apcnz.org.nz, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree with these terms, you must not access or use this
website. These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and African Professional Council of New Zealand Incorporated (APCNZ).

2. About APCNZ

This website is owned and operated by: African Professional Council of New Zealand Incorporated (APCNZ) New Zealand. APCNZ is a professional organisation established to promote professional excellence, networking, leadership, and community engagement among African professionals in New Zealand.

3. Purpose of the Website

The website is provided to:

  • Share information about APCNZ activities, initiatives, and events
  • Provide membership information and registration services
  • Publish professional resources and institutional updates
  • Facilitate communication with members, partners, and stakeholders
  • Information on the website is intended for general informational purposes only.

4. Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including but not limited to:
Text
Graphics
Logos
Images
Documents
Publications
Website design and layout
Is the property of APCNZ unless otherwise stated and is protected under the Copyright Act 1994 (New Zealand).

Users may:
View and download content for personal or non-commercial use

Users must not:
Reproduce, distribute, modify, or commercially exploit website content without prior written consent from APCNZ.

5. Website Use

  • Users agree not to:
  • Use the website for unlawful purposes
  • Attempt to gain unauthorised access to website systems
  • Upload malicious software or harmful code
  • Disrupt the website or its services
  • Post defamatory, abusive, or harmful content
  • Any misuse may result in restricted access and may be reported to relevant authorities.

6. Accuracy of Information

APCNZ makes reasonable efforts to ensure information on this website is accurate and current. However, APCNZ does not guarantee that:

  • Information is complete
  • Information is always up to date
  • The website will operate without interruption or errors
  • Information may be updated or changed without notice.

7. External Links

This website may contain links to external websites.
APCNZ:

  • Does not control those websites
  • Is not responsible for their content
  • Does not endorse third-party information unless explicitly stated.
  • Users access external links at their own risk.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by New Zealand law, APCNZ will not be liable for any loss or damage arising from:

  • Use of this website
  • Reliance on information provided
  • Website interruptions or technical failures
  • This includes indirect or consequential losses.

9. Privacy

APCNZ respects the privacy of website users. Any personal information collected through this website will be handled in accordance with the Privacy Act 2020 and APCNZ’s Privacy Policy. Users may be required to provide personal information for services such as:

  • Membership registration
  • Event registrations
  • Newsletter subscriptions

10. Website Security

While APCNZ takes reasonable measures to secure the website, no online platform can be completely secure. Users are responsible for ensuring their own devices are protected from viruses or malicious software.

11. Changes to Terms

APCNZ may update these Terms of Use at any time. Any changes will take effect immediately upon publication on the website. Users are encouraged to review the Terms regularly.

12. Governing Law

These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of New Zealand. Any disputes relating to these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of New Zealand.

13. Contact
For enquiries regarding these Terms of Use, please contact: African Professional Council of New Zealand Incorporated
Website: apcnz.org.nz
Email: contact@apcnz.org.nz

APCNZ Website Terms of Use

African Professional Council of New Zealand Incorporated
Website: apcnz.org.nz

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the website apcnz.org.nz, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms of Use.
These Terms should be read together with the following policies which form part of the
conditions governing the use of this website:

  • APCNZ Privacy Policy
  • APCNZ Cookie Policy
  • APCNZ Website Disclaimer

If you do not agree with these Terms and associated policies, you should discontinue use of
the website.

2. About the Website

This website is owned and operated by:
African Professional Council of New Zealand Incorporated (APCNZ)
The website provides information relating to APCNZ’s mission, professional activities, membership, events, and public initiatives.

3. Permitted Use

Users may access the website for lawful purposes including:

  • viewing information about APCNZ
  • learning about membership and events
  • accessing professional publications and announcements

Users must not use the website in any way that:

  • breaches New Zealand law
  • interferes with the website’s operation
  • attempts unauthorised access to systems or data
  • distributes harmful or malicious software
  • posts defamatory or abusive content.

APCNZ reserves the right to restrict or terminate access where misuse occurs.

4. Intellectual Property

All website content including:
• text
• publications
• graphics
• logos
• photographs
• digital design
is the intellectual property of APCNZ unless otherwise stated. This content is protected under the Copyright Act 1994. Content may be viewed and downloaded for personal or professional reference purposes but may not be reproduced, distributed, or commercially used without written permission from APCNZ.

5. External Links

This website may contain links to external websites for informational purposes. APCNZ does not control these websites and does not accept responsibility for their content, accuracy, or privacy practices. Users access third-party websites at their own discretion.

6. Website Availability

APCNZ makes reasonable efforts to ensure the website operates reliably. However, the organisation does not guarantee uninterrupted access. The website may be updated, modified, or temporarily unavailable due to maintenance or technical issues.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by New Zealand law, APCNZ will not be liable for any direct or indirect loss arising from the use of this website or reliance on its content.

8. Governing Law

These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of New Zealand. Any dispute relating to the website shall be subject to the jurisdiction of New Zealand courts.