Chi. Fine print

The practical stuff.

Chi. Connects is built on trust, and part of that means being transparent about how this platform works. These terms explain the rights, responsibilities and expectations that come with using the site. Not the most exciting read on the internet, but important all the same.

By using Chi. Connects, you're agreeing to these terms.

Who we are

Chi. Connects is a regional women's platform based in the Central West, published and operated by Chi. Connects (ABN 18 665 013 530).

We create stories, guides, interviews, recommendations and community-focused content across our website, newsletters and social channels.

Questions? Reach us at hello@chiconnects.com.au.

Using our website

You're welcome to browse, read and share Chi. Connects content for personal, non-commercial use.

We simply ask that you don't:

  • misuse the website or attempt to disrupt it

  • copy, reproduce or republish our content without permission

  • use our content for commercial purposes without written approval

  • engage in behaviour that harms the Chi. Connects community

Content and accuracy

We create Chi. Connects with care, curiosity and integrity.

While we do our best to ensure information is accurate and up to date, all content is provided in good faith and for general information purposes only. We can't guarantee every detail will always be complete, current or suitable for your circumstances.

If you spot something that needs correcting, please let us know.

Editorial integrity

We believe good stories can connect people, strengthen communities and help women feel less alone.

We aim to create content that is respectful, accurate and community-focused. We avoid sensationalism, unnecessary negativity and content designed to create outrage.

Opinions expressed by contributors are their own and don't necessarily reflect the views of Chi. Connects.

Partnerships and sponsored content

From time to time, we partner with businesses, organisations and creators to help support the platform.

When content is sponsored, gifted or produced as part of a commercial partnership, we'll clearly disclose it.

We only work with businesses and organisations that feel aligned with our values, and our editorial voice remains our own.

Trust matters here.

External links

Sometimes we'll link to websites, businesses or resources we think are worth your time.

While we do our best to recommend helpful sources, we aren't responsible for the content, privacy practices or services provided by third-party websites.

Intellectual property

Unless otherwise stated, all content on Chi. Connects – including articles, images, branding, graphics and design – belongs to Chi. Connects or is used with permission.

You're welcome to share links to our content and quote short excerpts with appropriate credit.

Please don't reproduce full articles, images, branding or other content without written permission.

User content submissions

By submitting stories, business details, events, or media (including images and text) through our website forms, you warrant that you are the rightful owner of the content or have obtained all necessary permissions from the copyright holder. You grant Chi. Connects a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, display, reproduce, and distribute this content across our website, newsletter, and social media channels for promotional purposes.

Community conduct

Chi. Connects exists to be a positive, respectful and welcoming space.

If you engage with us through comments, submissions, social media or other channels, we ask that you treat others with respect and avoid behaviour that is abusive, defamatory, misleading or unlawful.

We reserve the right to remove content or limit participation where necessary to protect our community.

Privacy

We respect your privacy and handle personal information in accordance with Australian privacy requirements.

For more information, please read our Privacy policy.

Limitation of liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Chi. Connects is not responsible for any loss, damage or inconvenience arising from your use of this website, reliance on information published here, or interactions with third-party businesses, services or websites.

Changes to these terms

As Chi. Connects grows, these terms may evolve too.

Any updates will be published on this page. Continued use of the site means you accept those changes.

Say hello

Questions, concerns, corrections or permission requests?

We'd love to hear from you – hello@chiconnects.com.au.