Terms of Use

Effective Date: 24 September 2025

Welcome to the Guiding Star Lodge No. 922 website (“the Website”). By accessing or using this Website, you agree to be bound by the following Terms of Use. If you do not agree, please discontinue use immediately.

Guiding Star Lodge No. 922 may update these Terms of Use from time to time. Continued use of the Website after changes are published constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms.

1. Accuracy of Content
While we take reasonable care to ensure the information on this Website is accurate and up to date, Guiding Star Lodge No. 922 makes no warranties or representations regarding its accuracy, reliability, or completeness. Content may be changed or removed at any time without notice.

2. Intellectual Property
Unless otherwise stated, all content, design, text, graphics, images, and other material on this Website are the property of Guiding Star Lodge No. 922 or Freemasons Victoria and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, publish, display, modify, or create derivative works from any material on this Website without prior written permission. Third-party trademarks and content remain the property of their respective owners.

3. Links to Other Websites
This Website may include links to third-party websites for convenience. Guiding Star Lodge No. 922 does not control, endorse, or take responsibility for the content, policies, or availability of external websites. You are encouraged to review the terms and privacy policies of those sites before use.

If you wish to link to this Website, please contact us for approval. We reserve the right to withdraw linking permission at any time.

4. Limitation of Liability
This Website is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. Guiding Star Lodge No. 922 does not guarantee uninterrupted, error-free, or virus-free operation.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Guiding Star Lodge No. 922 is not liable for any loss, damage, or claim (including indirect or consequential loss, loss of data, or business interruption) arising from your use of the Website or reliance on its content.

You are responsible for taking your own precautions against viruses, security risks, or data loss.

5. Privacy
Our Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using this Website, you also agree to the terms of our Privacy Policy.

6. Governing Law
These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of the State of Victoria, Australia. By using this Website, you agree to submit to the non-exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Victoria.

7. Contact
If you have any questions about these Terms of Use, please contact us:

Guiding Star Lodge No. 922
secretary@guidingstar922.org
616 Barkly Street, Golden Point, VIC, 3350

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 24 September 2025

Guiding Star Lodge No. 922 respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).

1. Information We Collect
We only collect personal information you voluntarily provide, for example when you:

  • Contact us via forms or email.
  • Subscribe to updates or request information.
  • Register interest in Freemasonry.

This may include your name, contact details, and any other information you choose to share.

2. How We Use Your Information
Your information may be used to:

  • Respond to your enquiries and provide requested information or services.
  • Keep you informed about Guiding Star Lodge No. 922, Freemasons Victoria, or district-related activities.
  • Improve our website content and user experience.
  • Comply with legal obligations.

We will never sell or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.

3. Disclosure of Information
We may share your information only with:

  • Members of Guiding Star Lodge No. 922, Freemasons Victoria, or associated lodges if necessary to respond to your enquiry.
  • Service providers who assist us in operating the Website (with appropriate safeguards in place).
  • Where required by law.

4. Cookies & Website Analytics
This Website may use cookies or similar technologies to improve functionality and analyse usage. Cookies do not identify you personally. You can disable cookies in your browser settings if you prefer.

We may also use website analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to understand how visitors use our site. These services may collect non-identifiable information about your interaction with our Website.

5. Security
We take reasonable steps to protect the security of your personal information. However, no method of online transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.

6. Access & Correction
You may request access to the personal information we hold about you, or ask for corrections if it is inaccurate. To make a request, please contact us at the details below.

7. Children’s Privacy
This Website is not directed at children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from them.

8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

9. Contact Us
For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, or to request access to your personal information, please contact:

Guiding Star Lodge No. 922
secretary@guidingstar922.org 
616 Barkly Street, Golden Point, VIC, 3350