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Website Terms and Conditions

Last updated: 1 April 2026

1. Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to Lobby for Good Limited ("we," "us," or "our"). These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your use of our website located at www.lobbyforgood.co.nz (the "Website") and the civic research and advisory services we provide.

By accessing, browsing, or using our Website, or by engaging our services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must not use our Website or services.

2. About Lobby for Good

Lobby for Good is an independent social enterprise based in New Zealand. We provide independent civic research, community guidance, and advocacy for systemic change. We do not represent commercial interests, political parties, or industry groups.

3. Use of Our Website

3.1 Eligibility:
You must be at least 18 years old, or the legal age of majority in your jurisdiction, to use our Website and engage our services.

3.2 Acceptable Use:
You agree to use our Website only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not infringe the rights of, or restrict or inhibit the use and enjoyment of the Website by, any third party. Prohibited behaviour includes:

  • Harassing or causing distress or inconvenience to any person.

  • Transmitting obscene, offensive, or defamatory content.

  • Disrupting the normal flow of dialogue within our Website.

  • Attempting to gain unauthorized access to our systems or networks.

    3.3 User-Submitted Information
    If you use our "Tell us what you've seen" feature or submit any other information to us, you warrant that the information is accurate to the best of your knowledge and that you have the right to share it. We treat all submitted information with care and in confidence, in accordance with our Code of Ethics and Privacy Policy.

4. Intellectual Property and Copyright

4.1 Our Content:
All content on this Website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, audio clips, digital downloads, data compilations, and software, is the property of Lobby for Good Limited or its content suppliers and is protected by New Zealand and international copyright laws.
4.2 Limited License:
We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, and revocable license to access and make personal, non-commercial use of our Website and its content. You may not reproduce, duplicate, copy, sell, resell, visit, or otherwise exploit our Website or any portion of it for any commercial purpose without our express written consent.
4.3 Sharing Our Research:
We encourage the sharing of our independent research and investigations to raise public awareness. You may share links to our reports and articles, provided you attribute the work to Lobby for Good and do not alter the content or present it in a misleading context.

5. Memberships and Crowdfunding

5.1 Contributions: If you choose to support us through a membership tier or a crowdfunding campaign, you agree to the specific terms outlined during the contribution process. All contributions are voluntary and are used to fund our research, legal consultations, public awareness campaigns, and operational costs.
5.2 Non-Refundable:Unless otherwise required by New Zealand law, all membership contributions and crowdfunding donations are final and non-refundable.
5.3 No Tax Deduction: Contributions to Lobby for Good are not tax-deductible as charitable donations unless explicitly stated otherwise. Please consult a tax professional regarding your specific circumstances.

6. Disclaimers, Indemnity, and Limitation of Liability

6.1 Information Purposes Only: The content, research, investigations, and advocacy materials provided by Lobby for Good Limited (including on our Website, in reports, and via social media) are for general informational, educational, and civic engagement purposes only. We are an independent social enterprise, not a law firm or regulatory body. While we strive for accuracy and independence, our content does not constitute formal legal, financial, or professional advice. You should seek independent professional advice before making decisions based on our content.
6.2 Public Interest and Civic Advocacy: Lobby for Good engages in independent civic research and advocacy on matters of significant public interest to New Zealanders. Our investigations, reports, and commentary are published in good faith and are intended to foster transparency, accountability, and genuine political and social discussion. Where our publications contain commentary, analysis, or conclusions drawn from our research, these represent the honest opinions of Lobby for Good, based on the verifiable facts presented, and are protected under the Defamation Act 1992.
6.3 User Submissions and Indemnity: By submitting information, documents, or tips to Lobby for Good (e.g., via our "Tell us what you've seen" platform), you warrant that, to the best of your knowledge, the information is true and not submitted maliciously. You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Lobby for Good Limited, its directors, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising out of or in any way connected with your submission of false, defamatory, or maliciously misleading information.
6.4 No Warranties: Our Website and services are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. To the fullest extent permitted by New Zealand law, including the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 and the Fair Trading Act 1986, we disclaim all warranties, express or implied, regarding the operation of our Website or the information, content, materials, or products included on it.
6.5 External Links and Third-Party Content: Our Website and reports may contain links to external websites, government documents, or quotes from third parties. These are provided for context and convenience. Lobby for Good does not endorse, guarantee the accuracy of, or accept responsibility for the content, privacy practices, or views expressed on third-party websites or by external sources.
6.6 Limitation of Liability: To the maximum extent permitted by New Zealand law, Lobby for Good Limited, its directors, employees, and volunteers shall not be liable for any damages of any kind arising from the use of our Website or services. This includes, but is not limited to, direct, indirect, incidental, punitive, and consequential damages, or any loss of profits, revenue, data, or goodwill, except where such liability cannot be excluded under New Zealand law.

7. Links to Third-Party Websites

Our Website may contain links to external websites operated by third parties. These links are provided for your convenience only. We have no control over the content, privacy policies, or practices of these third-party sites and accept no responsibility for them or for any loss or damage that may arise from your use of them.

8. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms and your use of our Website shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of New Zealand. Any disputes arising out of or in connection with these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of New Zealand.

9. Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting on our Website. Your continued use of the Website following the posting of revised Terms means that you accept and agree to the changes.

10. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms, please contact us at:
Email: hello@lobbyforgood.co.nz 
Address: PO BOX 841, Tauranga 3144

 

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