Cookie Policy
Effective Date: July 2025
Last Updated: March 2025
This Cookie Policy applies to all websites, digital platforms, and services operated by Cultural Nexus Indigenous Corporation (Australian Business Number: 14 905 985 838 | Indigenous Corporation Number: 10462), including its subsidiaries and brands such as Indigenous Job Match (IJM) and PNG Careers (“CNIC”, “we”, “us”, “our”).
By using our websites and platforms, you agree that we may store and access cookies and similar technologies on your device in accordance with this Policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small data files placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. They allow the site to remember your actions and preferences (such as login details, language, or region) over a period of time to improve your experience.
Cookies may be:
Session cookies – deleted when you close your browser;
Persistent cookies – stored on your device for a defined period or until manually deleted;
First-party cookies – set by CNIC;
Third-party cookies – set by service providers (e.g., Google Analytics, Zoho).
2. Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following types of cookies across CNIC platforms:
a. Strictly Necessary Cookies
These are essential for core website functionality and security. They enable features like:
Account login;
Navigation;
Access control;
System security.
These cookies cannot be disabled.
b. Performance and Analytics Cookies
Used to understand how visitors use our site so we can improve performance. For example:
Visitor numbers and page usage (e.g., via Google Analytics);
Error reporting and performance logs.
These cookies may collect anonymised usage statistics but do not identify individuals.
c. Functional Cookies
Enable personalisation such as:
Remembering language preferences;
Retaining form data between sessions.
d. Marketing and Third-Party Cookies
Used for:
Advertising (e.g., via Meta Pixel/Facebook Ads, Google Ads);
Tracking user engagement and conversions;
Remarketing.
These may be placed by third-party platforms and are subject to their privacy and cookie policies.
3. How We Use Cookies
CNIC uses cookies to:
Maintain secure sessions and user authentication;
Analyse traffic patterns and improve services;
Measure marketing campaign effectiveness;
Personalise your experience based on preferences or past interactions.
We do not use cookies to collect sensitive personal information without your explicit consent.
4. Consent to Use Cookies
When you visit our website for the first time, you will be notified that cookies are used. By continuing to browse or by clicking “Accept,” you consent to the placement of cookies on your device.
You may withdraw your consent or change your cookie preferences at any time via your browser settings (see section below).
5. How to Control Cookies
You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling some cookies may affect site functionality.
Google Chrome: chrome://settings/cookies
Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions
You can also opt out of tracking by:
Installing browser extensions (e.g., Privacy Badger, uBlock Origin);
Using Google’s Ads Settings: https://adssettings.google.com
6. Third-Party Services
We use integrated third-party services that may place their own cookies:
Google Analytics
Meta (Facebook/Instagram Pixel)
Zoho CRM and Zoho Creator
Stripe
Squarespace analytics
We do not control the operation of third-party cookies. Please refer to their individual privacy and cookie policies.
7. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We reserve the right to update this Cookie Policy at any time. The latest version will always be available on our websites. Continued use of the Services after changes constitutes acceptance of those changes.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or your rights, please contact:
Cultural Nexus Indigenous Corporation (CNIC)
📧 Email: esolien@cnic.com.au