Racing News – Terms & Conditions

Last Updated: August, 2025

Welcome to racingnews.co.nz— a news and content platform focused on New Zealand thoroughbred racing. By accessing or using this website, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use the site.

racingnews.co.nz is operated and provided by New Zealand Thoroughbred Marketing Ltd (NZTM), a New Zealand-based company.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By using racingnews.co.nz, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and accepted these Terms & Conditions, along with our Privacy Policy (link to privacy policy). NZTM reserves the right to amend these terms at any time without notice, and continued use of the site implies your acceptance of the updated terms.

2. Use of the Website

You agree to use the site:

  • For lawful purposes only
  • In a manner that does not infringe the rights of others or restrict their enjoyment of the website
  • Without attempting to gain unauthorized access to systems or data

You may not use the website to distribute malicious software, spam, or any unlawful, threatening, defamatory, or otherwise objectionable material.

3. Content Ownership and Intellectual Property

All content on racingnews.co.nz— including text, articles, images, graphics, videos, logos, and code — is the property of New Zealand Thoroughbred Marketing Ltd or its content suppliers and is protected by applicable copyright, trademark, and intellectual property laws.

You may:

  • View and share content for personal, non-commercial use with proper attribution and link to the source

You may not:

  • Reproduce, republish, or redistribute material in any form for commercial purposes without prior written consent
  • Alter or modify any materials on the site

For content licensing or syndication inquiries, please contact us at news@nztm.co.nz

4. User-Submitted Content

If you submit comments, feedback, or other content to racingnews.co.nz:

  • You grant NZTM a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual license to use, reproduce, and distribute your content
  • You warrant that you own or have permission to submit the content and that it does not violate any third-party rights

We reserve the right to remove any user-submitted content at our discretion.

5. Newsletters and Communication

If you subscribe to our email newsletters:

  • You agree to receive updates and promotional communications
  • You can unsubscribe at any time via the link provided in the email

We do not share your contact information with third parties without your consent, in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

racingnews.co.nz may contain links to third-party websites and services. These are provided for your convenience only. NZTM:

  • Does not endorse or control these external sites
  • Is not responsible for the accuracy, content, or privacy practices of linked websites

Visiting third-party sites is at your own risk.

7. Disclaimer of Warranties

While we strive to provide accurate, timely, and high-quality content, racingnews.co.nz is provided "as is" and "as available." NZTM makes no warranties regarding:

  • Accuracy, completeness, or reliability of content
  • Uninterrupted or error-free access
  • The absence of viruses or harmful components

You use the site at your own risk.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, New Zealand Thoroughbred Marketing Ltd shall not be liable for any:

  • Losses or damages (direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential)
  • Arising from your use of or reliance on this website and its content
  • Including but not limited to loss of profits, data, or business interruption

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless NZTM, its directors, employees, affiliates, and partners from any claims, liabilities, damages, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

  • Your use of racingnews.co.nz
  • Your breach of these Terms and Conditions
  • Any content you submit

10. Governing Law

These Terms & Conditions are governed by the laws of New Zealand. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of New Zealand courts.

11. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms & Conditions, please contact:

New Zealand Thoroughbred Marketing Ltd Operator of racingews.co.nz Email: news@nztm.co.nz