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Website Terms and Conditions of Use

Acceptance

These Terms and Conditions of Use apply to the use of the website www.thehearttrust.org.nz ("website"). By accessing, using, or browsing the website you agree to be bound by these terms and conditions.

Any reference to “The Heart Trust”, “the Trust”, "we", "our" or "us" in these terms and conditions means The Heart Trust.

Status of website

For the avoidance of doubt nothing in this website restricts, limits or otherwise alters the foundation documents of The Heart Trust and the rights, entitlements and discretions of the Trustees of the Trust to pay or apply all or any resources of the Trust from time to time.

Accuracy

While we have made every attempt to ensure the accuracy and validity of the information on this website, we do not accept responsibility for events arising from the use of the information.

Links

All links included on the website are provided for your information and convenience only. We do not accept responsibility for, or endorse the content of, linked websites or the information found there. The information contained in any linked website represents solely the thoughts of the author and is neither endorsed by us, nor does it necessarily reflect our beliefs. Any sites linked to or from the website are not covered by these terms and conditions and you should check the terms and conditions and privacy policy of any site you visit.

Privacy

Please refer to the "Privacy Policy" on the website for further conditions relating to your personal information.

Reserve to change

We reserve the right to change these Terms and Conditions of Use at any time. Any changes will take effect immediately they are posted on the website. Wherever possible we will notify you of any changes to these Terms and Conditions of Use, but in the event that we do not, your continued use of the website and/or our services indicates your acceptance of the amended Terms and Conditions of Use.

Intellectual Property

All copyright, trade marks, designs and other intellectual property rights located on the website are vested in The Heart Trust or the applicable owners.

Donations

If you make any donations via the website or the donation form provided on the website, the Donations Terms and Conditions set out below apply, in addition to these Terms and Conditions of Use.

Disclaimer

The information relating to and generated by the website along with the manner of operation of the website has not been prepared by taking into account the particular situation or needs of any individual users. Other than your rights under the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 or otherwise imposed by law, we do not give any guarantee or warranty of accuracy or reliability of information, or that the information will be provided continuously or fault-free to any person. The website and the information are provided "as is.” To the fullest extent permitted by law you release The Heart Trust from all claims arising from any statement or representation made on the website. To the fullest extent permitted by law we exclude all responsibility and liability in relation to the website and the information and we will not be responsible for errors or misstatements or be liable in contract, tort (including negligence) or otherwise for any loss or damage however caused (whether direct, indirect, consequential, special or loss of profits). Where any such liability cannot be excluded, we limit it to the smallest possible amount.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law you agree that by using the website we will not be liable for any loss, injury, claim, liability, damage of any kind resulting in any way from: (a) any errors in or omissions from the website or any information; (b) the unavailability or interruption of the website or any features thereof; (c) your use of the website; (d) content and information contained on the website; or (e) any delay or failure in performance.

Termination

We may terminate access to the website at any time without notice. Our disclaimer and limitation of liability will survive such termination.

Applicable Law

These terms and conditions are governed by and will be construed in accordance with the laws of New Zealand and you submit to the non-exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of New Zealand.

Contact

If you have any questions or concerns in relation to the website, related services or terms and conditions, please contact us.

Donation Terms & Conditions

Your donation to The Heart Trust constitutes your immediate acceptance of the Donation Terms and Conditions.

Donation Methods

You may donate via Paypal or direct credit to The Heart Trust’s bank account as nominated on the website. 

Paypal Donations

Paypal policies and terms will determine how they deal with your information and the donation.  To the maximum extent permitted by law, we assume no responsibility for such transactions.

Direct credit  

You may make a one off or regular payments into The Heart Trust bank account.  Your donation will appear on your statement and additional fees may be charged for this service depending on the policies and terms of your bank.    

Receipts

Official donation receipts will be issued in due course.

Donors are advised to satisfy themselves as to any applicable tax laws having regard to their individual circumstances in respect of donations made to The Heart Trust.  This may involve taking professional advice.

Donation Refunds

When a donation is made:

  1. You warrant that you have the capacity to make the donation and that the funds paid are entirely your own or under your control or authority to distribute. 
  2. The transaction is final, will not be reversed, and is not disputable.