privacy policy
Please find details of our privacy policy below. If you have any questions about any of our policies please do not hesitate to contact us.
We are committed to providing quality services to you and this policy outlines our ongoing obligations to you in respect of how we manage your Personal Information. We have adopted the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) contained in the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) (the Privacy Act). The APPs govern the way in which we collect, use, disclose, store, secure and dispose of your Personal Information.
A copy of the Australian Privacy Principles may be obtained from the website of The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner at www.oaic.gov.au
What is Personal Information and why do we collect it?
Personal Information is information or an opinion that identifies an individual. Examples of Personal Information we collect include: names, addresses, email addresses, and phone numbers.
This Personal Information is obtained in many ways including by phone, by email, via our website and from third parties. We don't guarantee website links or policy of authorised third parties.
We collect your Personal Information for the primary purpose of providing our services to you, providing information to our clients and marketing. We may also use your Personal Information for secondary purposes closely related to the primary purpose, in circumstances where you would reasonably expect such use or disclosure.
Where you have provided explicit consent, we may also use your Personal Information to send you marketing communications on behalf of Hatch Brands and related brands within the Hatch Brands group of companies. This is an optional service and your consent can be withdrawn at any time.
You may unsubscribe from our mailing/marketing lists at any time by contacting us in writing, clicking "unsubscribe" in any marketing email, or updating your communication preferences online.
When we collect Personal Information we will, where appropriate and where possible, explain to you why we are collecting the information and how we plan to use it.
Sensitive Information
Sensitive information is defined in the Privacy Act to include information or opinion about such things as an individual's racial or ethnic origin, political opinions, membership of a political association, religious or philosophical beliefs, membership of a trade union or other professional body, criminal record or health information.
Sensitive information will be used by us only:
- For the primary purpose for which it was obtained
- For a secondary purpose that is directly related to the primary purpose
- With your consent; or where required or authorised by law.
Third Parties
Where reasonable and practicable to do so, we will collect your Personal Information only from you. However, in some circumstances we may be provided with information by third parties. In such a case we will take reasonable steps to ensure that you are made aware of the information provided to us by the third party.
Disclosure of Personal Information
Your Personal Information may be disclosed in a number of circumstances including the following:
- Third parties where you consent to the use or disclosure; and
- Where required or authorised by law.
Disclosure Within the Hatch Brands Group
Designer Chandelier (Aust) Pty Ltd is part of the Hatch Brands group of companies. Where you have provided your explicit consent , for example, by selecting the option to receive updates from Hatch Brands and related lighting brands during signup or at checkout, we may share your Personal Information (including your name, contact details, and purchase preferences) with other entities within the Hatch Brands group for the purpose of direct marketing.
All Hatch Brands group entities that receive your Personal Information are required to handle it in accordance with the Australian Privacy Principles and will only contact you in accordance with the preferences you have provided.
We do not sell your Personal Information to any third parties outside of the Hatch Brands group.
Security of Personal Information
Your Personal Information is stored in a manner that reasonably protects it from misuse and loss and from unauthorised access, modification or disclosure.
When your Personal Information is no longer needed for the purpose for which it was obtained, we will take reasonable steps to destroy or permanently de-identify your Personal Information. However, most of the Personal Information is or will be stored in client files which will be kept by us for a minimum of 7 years.
Access to your Personal Information
You may access the Personal Information we hold about you and to update and/or correct it, subject to certain exceptions. If you wish to access your Personal Information, please contact us in writing.
Designer Chandelier (Aust) will not charge any fee for your access request, but may charge an administrative fee for providing a copy of your Personal Information.
In order to protect your Personal Information we may require identification from you before releasing the requested information.
Marketing Preferences & Your Rights
You have the right to opt out of marketing communications at any time, including cross-brand communications from Hatch Brands and related lighting brands. You can do this by:
- Clicking "Unsubscribe" in any marketing email
- Contacting us directly at sales@designerchandelier.com.au
Please note that opting out of marketing communications will not affect transactional emails related to your orders or account.
Maintaining the Quality of your Personal Information
It is important to us that your Personal Information is up to date. We will take reasonable steps to make sure that your Personal Information is accurate, complete and up-to-date. If you find that the information we have is not up to date or is inaccurate, please advise us as soon as practicable so we can update our records and ensure we can continue to provide quality services to you.
Policy Updates
This Policy may change from time to time and is available on our website.
Last updated: 25/02/2026
Privacy Policy Complaints and Enquiries
If you have any queries or complaints about our Privacy Policy please contact us at:
Designer Chandelier (Aust) Pty Ltd 9 Saunders St North Geelong, VIC 3215 1300 890 225 sales@designerchandelier.com.au