Terms and Conditions

Presbyterian Youth NSW (PYNSW)
Effective Date: January 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to the Presbyterian Youth NSW (PYNSW) website at pynsw.org.au (the “Website”). PYNSW is a ministry of the Presbyterian Church of Australia in the State of New South Wales (“PCNSW”). By accessing or using this Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use this Website.

PYNSW exists to see Presbyterian Churches in NSW filled with children and youth who know, follow, love and share Jesus, actively participating in the life of the church.

2. About PYNSW

PYNSW operates as a ministry within the Presbyterian Church of NSW. We provide youth and children’s ministry programs, camps, Special Religious Education (SRE) resources, leadership training, and support services to Presbyterian churches across New South Wales. PYNSW is a not-for-profit organisation.

3. Use of the Website

You agree to use this 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, this Website by any third party. You must not use this Website in any way that causes, or may cause, damage to the Website or impairment of its availability or accessibility.

You must not use this Website to transmit or send unsolicited commercial communications, to transmit any material that is defamatory, offensive, or otherwise objectionable, or to conduct any fraudulent activity.

4. User Accounts and Registration

Certain features of this Website, including event registration and resource access, may require you to create an account or provide personal information. When registering, you agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of any account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account.

For registrations involving minors (persons under 18 years of age), a parent or guardian must complete the registration process and accept these Terms and Conditions on behalf of the minor.

5. Event Registrations and Payments

When registering for PYNSW events, camps, or programs through this Website, you agree to the specific terms and conditions applicable to each event, including payment terms, cancellation and refund policies, and any rules of conduct. These event-specific terms will be provided during the registration process.

All payments made through this Website are processed by secure third-party payment providers. PYNSW does not store credit card or banking details on this Website.

Refund and cancellation policies vary by event. Please refer to the specific event information for details. Generally, deposits may be non-refundable, and cancellations made close to event dates may not be eligible for full refunds.

6. Donations

Donations made through this Website support the ministry activities of PYNSW. All donations are voluntary and will be used in accordance with the purposes for which they were given, to the extent permitted by law. PYNSW is a not-for-profit organisation, and tax deductibility of donations may vary. Please check with your tax adviser regarding the deductibility of your donation.

7. Intellectual Property

All content on this Website, including text, graphics, logos, images, audio, video, and software, is the property of PYNSW, PCNSW, or their content suppliers and is protected by Australian and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

You may view, download, and print content from this Website for personal, non-commercial use only, provided you do not modify the content and you retain all copyright and other proprietary notices. You may not reproduce, distribute, publicly display, or create derivative works from this content without prior written permission from PYNSW.

Some resources on this Website, particularly SRE curricula and teaching materials, may be subject to additional licensing terms. Please refer to the specific resource for applicable terms.

8. Privacy

Your privacy is important to us. The collection, use, and disclosure of personal information through this Website is governed by the Presbyterian Church of NSW Privacy Policy, which can be found at https://pcnsw.org.au/. By using this Website, you consent to the collection and use of your information in accordance with that policy.

Personal information collected through this Website may include your name, contact details, church affiliation, and other information you provide when registering for events, subscribing to newsletters, making donations, or contacting us. This information will be used for the purposes for which it was collected, including administering events, communicating with you about PYNSW activities, and improving our services.

9. Child Protection

PYNSW is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. We adhere to the child protection policies of the Presbyterian Church of NSW and comply with all applicable laws regarding the protection of children.

All volunteers and staff who work with children and young people through PYNSW programs are required to hold a valid Working With Children Check (WWCC) and comply with PCNSW’s child protection policies and procedures.

10. Photography and Media

PYNSW may take photographs, videos, and other recordings at events for promotional and ministry purposes. By registering for and attending PYNSW events, participants (or their parents/guardians, in the case of minors) consent to the use of such images and recordings on this Website, social media, and other PYNSW publications, unless you notify us in writing that you do not wish to be photographed or recorded.

11. Third-Party Links

This Website may contain links to third-party websites that are not owned or controlled by PYNSW. PYNSW has no control over, and assumes no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites. We encourage you to review the terms and conditions and privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

12. Disclaimers

This Website and its content are provided “as is” without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. PYNSW does not warrant that this Website will be available at all times, or that it will be free from errors or viruses.

While we endeavour to ensure that information on this Website is accurate and up-to-date, PYNSW makes no representations or warranties as to the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information on this Website. Event details, pricing, and availability are subject to change without notice.

13. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, PYNSW, PCNSW, and their officers, employees, volunteers, and agents shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or in connection with your use of this Website, including but not limited to loss of data, loss of revenue, or any other intangible losses.

Nothing in these Terms and Conditions excludes or limits any guarantee, condition, warranty, right, or remedy implied or imposed by any legislation which cannot lawfully be excluded or limited, including the Australian Consumer Law.

14. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless PYNSW, PCNSW, and their officers, employees, volunteers, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses arising out of or in connection with your use of this Website or your breach of these Terms and Conditions.

15. Changes to These Terms

PYNSW reserves the right to modify these Terms and Conditions at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Your continued use of this Website following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms and Conditions.

16. Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of New South Wales, Australia. You agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of New South Wales for the resolution of any disputes arising from these Terms and Conditions or your use of this Website.

17. Severability

If any provision of these Terms and Conditions is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

18. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at:

Presbyterian Youth NSW

Email: admin+terms@pynsw.org.au
Phone: (02) 9690 9391
Address: 168 Chalmers St, Surry Hills NSW 2010

For privacy-related enquiries, you may also contact the Presbyterian Church of NSW Privacy Officer at 1300 773 774 or general@pcnsw.org.au.

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