Racing News – Privacy Policy

Last Updated: August, 2025

At racingnews.co.nz, we are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.

racingnews.co.nz is operated and provided by New Zealand Thoroughbred Marketing Ltd, a company dedicated to the promotion of New Zealand thoroughbred racing.

1. Who We Are

racingnews.co.nz is a digital media platform owned and operated by New Zealand Thoroughbred Marketing Ltd. We publish news, features, interviews, and updates focused on the New Zealand thoroughbred industry. 

This Privacy Policy applies to all users of our website and associated services.

2. What Information We Collect

We collect both personal and non-personal information:

a. Personal Information

You may provide personal information such as:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Preferences (e.g. newsletter categories)

We collect this information when you:

  • Subscribe to our newsletter
  • Contact us via forms or email
  • Register for promotions or competitions

b. Non-Personal Information

Collected automatically through cookies and analytics tools:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Pages visited and time spent
  • Device information
  • Referring site

3. How We Use Your Information

New Zealand Thoroughbred Marketing Ltd may use your information to:

  • Send newsletters and updates (with your consent)
  • Improve website performance and user experience
  • Respond to inquiries or feedback
  • Monitor website usage through analytics
  • Deliver targeted advertising (if enabled)
  • Comply with legal obligations

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to:

  • Remember your preferences
  • Enable analytics via tools like Google Analytics
  • Improve site functionality and performance

You can manage cookies through your browser settings or use opt-out features provided by analytics services.

5. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal data. We may share information with:

  • Trusted third-party service providers (e.g., email platforms, analytics tools)
  • Regulatory authorities when legally required
  • Partners for competitions or promotions (with your consent)

All third-party providers are required to protect your data in compliance with applicable laws.

6. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your data from loss, misuse, and unauthorised access. However, no method of online transmission is 100% secure.

7. Your Rights

Under the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020, and other applicable laws (e.g. GDPR), you have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you
  • Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Withdraw consent for marketing at any time
  • Lodge a complaint with the Privacy Commissioner (https://www.privacy.org.nz)

To exercise your rights, email us at news@nztm.co.nz 

8. International Users

If you are accessing our website from outside New Zealand, please be aware that your information may be transferred to and stored in New Zealand.

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of the site constitutes your agreement to the revised terms.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact:

New Zealand Thoroughbred Marketing Ltd Operator of racingnews.co.nzEmail: news@nztm.co.nz