Terms & Conditions

1. Welcome to Hastings CBD

By using our website (hastingscbd.com.au), you agree to the terms outlined below. These Terms & Conditions govern your access to and use of our digital content, business resources, and all services provided through the website.

If you do not accept these terms, please refrain from using our services or browsing our website.

2. Who We Are

Hastings CBD is a digital platform offering free and curated support resources to Australian small businesses, startups, and regional entrepreneurs. We specialise in delivering guides, grant updates, business news, templates, and professional tools through our blog and mailing list.

We operate from Hastings, Victoria, and serve a broad Australian audience.

3. Use of Website Content

You may:

  • View, download, or print content for personal or business educational use only

  • Share articles via social media with clear attribution to hastingscbd.com.au

You may not:

  • Reproduce, sell, lease, or commercially distribute any content without written permission

  • Modify our content or remove our branding

  • Scrape, copy or systematically download our blog posts or business materials

All content is owned by Hastings CBD unless otherwise credited.

4. Disclaimer of Advice

All content on our site is general in nature and does not constitute legal, financial, or professional advice. You should always consult with a qualified advisor or business consultant before making business decisions.

We aim to provide accurate, timely content, but we do not guarantee that every article is up-to-date or tailored to your situation.

5. Third-Party Tools and Links

We may link to third-party websites, tools, or government portals (e.g., grant applications). We do not control these websites and are not responsible for their content or privacy practices.

Using such links is at your own risk. Always verify information directly from official sources.

6. User Conduct

You agree not to:

  • Use this website for any unlawful, fraudulent, or malicious purpose

  • Introduce viruses, malware, or harmful code

  • Attempt unauthorised access to our servers or secured areas

  • Post false or misleading information using our contact or comment forms

Breaching these terms may result in blocked access or legal action.

7. Intellectual Property Rights

All website design, branding, logos, blog posts, and content elements are protected by copyright and intellectual property laws. These are the exclusive property of Hastings CBD unless otherwise stated.

You may not reuse our branding, graphics, or written material without consent.

8. Content Accuracy and Availability

We do our best to ensure all content is relevant, accurate, and useful for small businesses. However:

  • We cannot guarantee uninterrupted access to the website

  • We may revise, remove, or update content without notice

  • Occasional errors may appear in blog posts or templates

If you spot a mistake, you’re welcome to notify us via our contact page.

9. Subscription and Emails

When subscribing to our newsletter:

  • You agree to receive occasional updates, business resources, and relevant content

  • You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in each email

  • We do not spam, sell, or share your data without consent

Refer to our Privacy Policy for full details.

10. Liability Limitation

To the extent permitted by Australian Consumer Law:

  • We are not liable for any loss, damage, or business disruption resulting from your use of this website or reliance on any content

  • This includes direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages

Our content is for educational purposes only.

11. Indemnity

You agree to indemnify and hold Hastings CBD harmless from any claims, losses, damages, liabilities, or costs resulting from:

  • Your breach of these Terms

  • Your misuse of our content or tools

  • Any infringement of our intellectual property or third-party rights

12. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms & Conditions occasionally. You are encouraged to review this page regularly to stay informed.

Your continued use of the website after changes are published constitutes your acceptance of those changes.

13. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Victoria, Australia. Any disputes will be resolved in the courts of Victoria.

14. Contact Information

For questions or concerns, contact us at: