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Privacy Policy
& Terms and Conditions.

Last updated: 2 May 2026

Author, writer, indie traveller. Winner of the Queensland People’s Choice Book of the Year 2015.

‘He did what many of us only dream of doing when we’re fed up with the daily grind.’ Channel 9 Mornings Show.

1. Welcome to www.johnahern.co
By subscribing and downloading free content, you agree to be added to our email list. You can unsubscribe at any time. We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs). This Privacy Policy explains how your information is collected, used and safeguarded when you visit the website and subscribe.

2. Information We Collect
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you subscribe to our website or newsletter or contact us. This may include first and surname, email address, payment details (processed securely through third-party providers), and any other information you provide. We may also automatically collect certain information such as IP address, browser type, and pages visited.

3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:

  • Provide and manage your subscription
  • When offered, provide downloadable giveaways
  • Send you emails, updates, or newsletters
  • Process payments (if applicable)
  • Improve our website and services
  • Respond to enquiries

We may send you marketing communications (such as newsletters) if you have subscribed. You can opt out at any time by clicking “unsubscribe” in emails or contacting us directly.

4. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with trusted third parties, including payment processors, email marketing platforms, and website hosting providers. These parties only access your data as necessary to perform their services.

5. Data Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from misuse, loss, or unauthorised access. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

6. Cookies and Tracking
We may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyse site traffic, and improve our services. You can disable cookies through your browser settings.

7. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to access the personal data we hold about you; request correction or deletion, or unsubscribe from communications at any time. To make a request, contact us at: [email protected]

8. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites.

9. Overseas Disclosure
Your personal information may be transferred to and stored in countries outside Australia (e.g. where our service providers operate). We take reasonable steps to ensure any overseas recipients comply with privacy standards substantially similar to the APPs.

10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.

11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at email: [email protected]

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