Data Sovereignty
Last updated: 13 March 2026
1. What is data sovereignty?
Data sovereignty refers to the concept that data is subject to the laws and governance of the country or jurisdiction in which it is stored and processed. For Australian Government services, this means ensuring that personal and sensitive data is held in a way that respects Australian law and the expectations of Australian citizens.
2. Our commitment
The Local Jobs New England North West website is delivered as part of the Australian Government's Local Jobs Program. We are committed to handling data in accordance with Australian privacy law and government data management policies. All data is stored and processed in Australia.
3. Where your data is stored
The Site is hosted on infrastructure located in Australia. All data—including contact form submissions and other user data—is stored and processed in Australia, in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
4. Cookies and local storage
Cookies and local storage are used to remember your preferences (e.g. cookie consent), maintain session state, and support essential Site functionality. These are stored on your device. Analytics and similar tools may use cookies; you can manage your preferences via our cookie banner or browser settings.
5. Third-party services
The Site may integrate with third-party services (e.g. for hosting, analytics, or job aggregation). Where third-party services are used, we select providers that store and process data in Australia. We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
6. Cross-border transfers
All data is stored in Australia. We do not transfer your personal data outside Australia.
7. Your choices
You can control cookie usage via our cookie banner and your browser settings. You may also choose not to provide certain information, though this may limit your ability to use some features of the Site.
8. Contact
For questions about data sovereignty or how we handle your data, please contact us.