Privacy Policy


Your privacy matters

Elocal Limited is an independent New Zealand media publisher committed to responsible handling of personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 2020.

We balance the right to privacy with the public’s right to know.

Data we collect

We may collect:

  • your name and email, if provided;
  • comments or submissions
  • technical data, such as IP address, browser, and usage patterns

How we use data

We use data to:

  • operate and improve the platform;
  • communicate where necessary;
  • maintain security.

We do not sell personal data.

Journalism and public interest

As a publisher, we may process personal information for reporting, commentary, and analysis in the public interest.

Certain privacy rights may be limited where information is held for journalistic purposes under New Zealand law.

Journalism exemption

Elocal Limited operates as a news media organisation.

Personal information may be collected, used, and published for journalistic purposes, including reporting, commentary, and analysis in the public interest.

In such cases, certain rights under the Privacy Act 2020 may not apply where exemptions for news activities are engaged.

Cookies

We use cookies to improve functionality and understand site usage.

This data is used internally only.

Cookies

We use cookies to improve functionality and understand site usage.

This data is used internally only.

Data sharing

We do not share personal data except where required by law, or necessary for legal protection.

Published information

Any content published on Elocal:

  • may remain publicly accessible indefinitely;
  • may be indexed, cached, or archived by third parties;
  • may be republished or referenced externally.

Elocal Limited is not responsible for third-party use or redistribution of published content.

Data retention

We retain data only as long as necessary.

Published material may remain as part of the public record.

Your rights

You may request access to or correction of your personal information.

Requests may be subject to limitations where journalistic exemptions apply.

Security

We take reasonable steps to protect data, but cannot guarantee absolute security.

Contact

All communications should be made in writing to the following mailing address:

elocal Limited
PO Box 926
Pukekohe 2340
New Zealand

Alternatively, you may contact us via email, using the form on the Contact page.