Following Local Laws Information (E.G COVID-19)
"Halloween Houses" (Red Reindeer Media) would like to remind website visitors, Display owners, event organisers, advertisers and the general public to follow all information, guidelines and restrictions as set out by their relevant government authorities and health departments and to only run their display/ event/ business, advertise on this website or visit displays/ events/ businesses as per government directives (e.g. around COVID-19).
Disclaimer and Terms & Conditions
By using this website you agree to the Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy and other relevant site polocies outlined on this page.
Red Reindeer Media (ABN 26 376 584 785) is the operator of "Halloween Houses" and it's related websites.
(All information on this page may refer to the owners of http://www.HalloweenHouses.com.au as, "We", ""Halloween Houses"" or "Red Reindeer Media").
"Halloween Houses" (Red Reindeer Media) and its related subsites are operated in a good-faith environment, aiming to provide you with a information relating to Halloween displays, trick or treat locations, Halloween inspiration and articles, Halloween related businesses and other activities around Australia.
While care is taken to ensure the site is up to date and accurate, we do not take responsibility for the accuracy of the information presented on this site. All website users should independantly verify information provided on this website. Use of this website is at your own risk. "Halloween Houses" (Red Reindeer Media) does not accept liability for actions based upon information from this website (for example, but not limited to: certain locations may no longer display lights, events not running, display dates or times being incorrect, addresses being incorrect, business or advertising information being incorrect and various circumstances that may have changed or information in events or articles is incorrect).
"Halloween Houses" (Red Reindeer Media) advises all website users, including visitors and display owners/ submitters to follow all relevant laws and regulations when creating a Display or visitng displays/ events as listed on our website.
"Halloween Houses" (Red Reindeer Media) do not advise, approve, suggest or recommend you take any actions based on information on this website. We advise you to seek your own independant legal/ financial advice (as relevant) regarding any costs, permits, insurance or compliance activities related to operating or visiting a Halloween display/ trick or treat location.
This website contains links to other websites, apps and files. Links on this website do not recommend, approve or endorse those websites or their content and "Halloween Houses" is not responsible for any information or practices of those websites. "Halloween Houses" (Red Reindeer Media) encourage users to read any terms and conditions, disclaimer and privacy policies on any linked websites.
By using this website you agree that "Halloween Houses" (Red Reindeer Media) is not responsible for any loss or damage you incur due to use of this website, or information provided on this website.
Any advertising package which is purchased by you on this website, such as banner ads or premium events/ marketplace listings is subject to approval by "Halloween Houses" (Red Reindeer Media), any figures relating to website audiences, reach, pageviews, unique visitors etc are based on previous results or projections and are not guaranteed. "Halloween Houses" (Red Reindeer Media) does not guarantee any page views, reach, click through, sales or use of any paid advertisments.
Gift Guide/ Decorations Shop/ Articles Note: Price, description, product and stock availability may vary from when an item was listed on our website. The most up to date price, description or other details will be reflected on the sellers website. We bring different products together from a range of sellers for you to search on our site however do not sell the items directly.
Disclosure: The links provided in our gift guide, decorations shop and selected articles may be affiliate links. We may be paid a commission if you use these links to make a purchase.
As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Privacy Policy
This Policy explains what personal information we collect both online (including through apps) and offline and how we use it. Please read it carefully.
"Halloween Houses" (Red Reindeer Media) is bound by, and uses your information in accordance with, the National Privacy Principles in the Privacy Act 1988 and subsequent Privacy Amendment Act 2001.
Information we may hold about you:
We use the following information for the purposes described in this Policy:
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* Your contact information. We will hold contact information you provide to us (e.g. name, address, postcode, phone number, email, IP address, country of residence, password, demographic information) when you submit information to this site (e.g. information submitted via our search function, or adding a display listing, photo, marketplace, event, comment, review etc).
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* Information you post online. For example, we hold information you post on our website or on a third-party social media site to which we have access (including reviews you post or surveys you complete). When
you post information online, you must not infringe the rights of others (including privacy rights) and you should be aware that others may use, tag and/or re-publish your information in ways that you might not
expect (including in ways that are unlawful).
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* Website usage information. If you use our websites, we may collect information about the browser you’re using and your IP address (this is a number that identifies a specific network device on the internet
and is required for your device to communicate with websites). We might look at what site you came from, what you did and didn’t use our site for, or what site you visit when you leave us.
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* App(s) usage information. If you use our app(s), we may collect your GPS location or your device’s unique identifier. We might also collect the type of device you are using, or the version of the operating
system your computer or device is running. We might look at, for example, how often you use the app and where you downloaded it.
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* Email response information. In relation to emails we send you, we may collect information on how you respond to such emails, for example, the number of times the email is opened or the links in them are
clicked.
- * Other information about your interactions with us. For example, if you interact with us via a post, email, telephone or social media (e.g. Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YoutTube, Pinterest etc).
We may use your information in the following ways and for the following purposes:
We use the following information for the purposes described in this Policy:
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* To provide you with products, services, account information and support. For example, we might use your information to confirm your submission of a listing, status of a listing, request additional
information, or provide updates. If you give us someone else's information, we will use it to provide services you request from us. Before you provide us with someone else's information, please do make sure that you have their permission to share that information with us.
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* To send you communications in connection with your submissions/ listings to our website.
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* To send you regular updates if you subscribe to our newsletters.
- * To identify trends and interests. We use your information to get to know what your preferences might be so we can improve our offering to you
and so that your experience with us is more relevant and personal. We may combine information we get from you with information about you we get from third parties, including to analyse customer behaviour.
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* To monitor and improve our products, services, and websites. We analyse your information to improve our understanding of you and our customer base in general. We do this so that we can make better
decisions about our services, advertising, products and content, based on a more informed picture of how our customers use our current services, and to provide you with a more customised experience.
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* To prevent or detect unlawful behaviour or to protect or enforce legal rights.
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* For market research purposes We may contact you as part of market research we are carrying out. You may choose not to participate.
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* To provide you with tailored advertising and online behavioural advertising. We may work with other companies to show you advertisements we think you may find relevant and useful. This may include
advertisements displayed on our own websites or apps, or advertisements from us displayed on other companies’ sites. The advertisements you see may be based on information collected by us or third parties and/or
may be based on your activities on our websites or third party sites. The second type of advertising is called ‘online or third party behavioural advertising’.
- * As otherwise permitted by law. In limited circumstances, we may also use your information for other purposes where permitted by law.
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* You have certain choices about how we use your information. When you submit your information and details to our site, you give us consent in order to collect and process your information as stated above. If you wish to withdraw any consent you have provided to us for such use of your personal information, please write to us or tell us about your preferences using the methods described in this section.
Additional Details and Information
- * The site, related sites and Applications (apps) not intended for children. Our sites and apps are meant for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
- "Halloween Houses" (Red Reindeer Media) places a high priority on protecting children's privacy and emphasises that our website is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and become aware that your child has provided us with personal information, we encourage you to contact us immediately, and we will take steps to promptly remove such information from our records. Our commitment to safeguarding children's privacy aligns with our adherence to the National Privacy Principles in the Privacy Act 1988 and subsequent Privacy Amendment Act 2001. We urge parents and guardians to be actively involved in their children's online activities and to use parental control tools to ensure a safe online experience.
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* We use standard security measures. We have security measures in place to protect your information. The standard security measures we use will depend on the type of information collected. However, the Internet is not 100% secure. We cannot promise that your use of our sites will be completely safe. We encourage you to use caution when using the Internet. This includes not sharing your passwords and if creating a password on this website, ensuring it is unique and not used on any other website or for any other purpose.
- * Storage of Information. Information and data you provide and that we collect, including personal information, may be stored on our servers and may also be transferred to servers outside of Australia for storage and processing.
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* We may link to third party sites or services we don’t control. If you click on one of those links, you will be taken to websites we do not control. The transfer of your information for use in line with this
Disclaimer and Privacy Policy may involve the transfer of your information to other countries (including outside Australasia). The laws of other countries to which your information is transferred may not provide the
same level of protection for your personal information as the law of your home country. We do, however, put in place appropriate technical and contractual protections for your personal information in accordance with
applicable laws.
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* What we will do if there is an update to this policy. From time to time we may change our privacy practices. We will post an updated copy on our website. It will have a different date and version number. Please check our site periodically for updates.
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* How to request deletion of your data If you would like to request we delete data collected from you, such as your name and email address when you create an account, please contact us by email with your request, contact details are available on our About Us page.
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* If you have any questions, queries or complaints. Please contact us, details are availabe on our About Us page.
Cookies Notice:
In common with many online businesses, we use cookies (i.e. small text files that are placed on your computer by our website) and tracking tools.
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* We collect your information in different ways from you. For example, if you register for a promotion, create an account, enter a competition or free prize draw, download an app, post a comment on our websites, list a display, event, business, advertise with us, ask us a question, subscribe to our newsletter or email us.
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* Through your use of our websites and apps. You may view and use our websites and apps via a computer, phone, tablet or other device. We use tracking tools like browser cookies and web beacons on our websites and apps to collect information about your usage.
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* From third parties. For example, if you choose to use an integrated social media feature on our websites or apps, the third-party social media site will give us certain information about you. This could include your name and email address. Your activities on our sites and apps may be posted to the social media platforms.
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* Other vendors including Google use cookies (including the DoubleClick cookie), to serve ads based on a your previous visits to "Halloween Houses" (Red Reindeer Media) as well as other websites on the internet.
You may opt out of the use of the DoubleClick cookie for interest-based advertising by visiting Google's ads preference manager, to opt out of other advertising vendor's cookies, please refer to www.aboutads.info
Submission Policy
Any submissions made to "Halloween Houses" (Red Reindeer Media) are subject to the following Warranty, License and Removal conditions: (The word "media" means photos, images, videos, audio, film, print media or other digital imagery)
(The word "content" means media, information, contact details or other data) (The word "submission" means content provided to "Halloween Houses" (Red Reindeer Media). This includes all content submitted via our website, or sent to
us by email or social media (e.g. Facebook, Twitter, Instragram)
The phrase ""Halloween Houses"" means www."Halloween Houses".com.au, Red Reindeer Media and their related entities
(The word "submitter" means the person or entity who submits content to "Halloween Houses" (Red Reindeer Media).
* Warranty
- (i) the submission is made truthfully and accurately, to the best knowledge of the submitter; and
- (ii) the submitter has the right to make the submission as its owner and copyright holder or has been permitted or licensed by its owner and copyright holder to make the submission; and
- (iii) the submission is safe to display and is not inflammatory, derogatory, sexual, racist or political of nature; and
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(iv) the submission complies with all other policies and requirements as stated in these Terms and Conditions as well as any other policies and requirements as listed on other pages of this site, both of which may be updated from time to time.
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Indemnification
By using this website, you agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless "Halloween Houses" (Red Reindeer Media), its affiliates, partners, and employees from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising out of or related to:
- Your use of this website and any content or services obtained from it.
- Your violation of these Terms and Conditions or any applicable laws or regulations.
- Your infringement of any intellectual property or other rights of any person or entity.
- Your interaction with other users of the website or participation in any activities promoted on the site.
This indemnification obligation will survive the termination or expiration of your access to the website.
Copyright
- * All the information on this website is Copyright 2024 to "Halloween Houses" (Red Reindeer Media).
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* No part of this website, or its content (including but not limited to: text, photos, videos, other graphics, addresses, descriptions, comments and all related information), may be replicated without written permission from "Halloween Houses" (Red Reindeer Media). Permission can be obtained by emailing us; contact details are available on our About Us page.
- * The website template is copyright to its owner and creators.
- * Some images, videos, media and data from this website may belong to third parties; upon request, these will be removed.
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* To ensure compliance with copyright laws, "Halloween Houses" (Red Reindeer Media) is committed to addressing concerns regarding third-party content. If you believe that your content, which may include images, videos, or other media, has been used on the website without proper authorisation or in violation of copyright laws, we encourage you to contact us promptly. To initiate a content removal request, please send an email to "Halloween Houses" (Red Reindeer Media) with clear details outlining the basis of your request. Our contact details are available on our about us page. This may include information establishing your ownership of the content, a description of the specific content in question, and evidence of copyright infringement. We are dedicated to promptly reviewing and addressing such requests on a best endeavors basis, ensuring that our platform operates in accordance with copyright regulations and respects the intellectual property rights of all individuals and entities involved.
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* By submitting content to our platform, users confirm that they possess the necessary rights to their submissions and that these do not infringe on the intellectual property rights of any third parties.
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* Only the owners or authorised agents of Halloween displays are permitted to submit content related to their displays.
Social Media Interactions Policy
This policy applies to all interactions on the social media platforms related to Red Reindeer Media’s websites,
Halloween Houses and Christmas Light Search and is in conjunction with the other policies, terms and conditions listed above on this page. By engaging with our related social media pages or groups, users
agree to follow these guidelines to promote a respectful and supportive community.
1. Respectful Engagement
We welcome users to contribute to our platforms by sharing experiences and participating in discussions.
The following behaviours are strictly prohibited:
- - Posting content that is defamatory, libellous, slanderous, or false.
- - Harassment, bullying, or personal attacks on individuals or groups, including Red Reindeer Media staff or representatives.
- - Sharing offensive, inflammatory, misleading, or harmful material.
- - Discriminatory comments based on race, gender, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic.
2. Duty to Report Offensive Content
All users are responsible for helping to maintain a positive and safe community. If a post, comment, or any content
offends, is inappropriate, or violates this policy, we encourage users to:
- - Report the content to us via the contact information available on our about us page.
- - Use the reporting functions on the platform, such as Facebook’s reporting tool, where applicable.
Your assistance in reporting harmful or defamatory content ensures swift action can be taken where necessary.
3. Constructive Participation
When engaging with our platforms, users should:
- - Maintain a civil and respectful tone in all posts and comments.
- - Avoid inflammatory or derogatory remarks about individuals, businesses, or Red Reindeer Media.
- - Refrain from sharing any confidential or misleading information that may harm the reputation of others or Red Reindeer Media.
4. Defamation, Libel, and Slander
Defamatory content—including libel or slander—will not be tolerated. This includes making false statements with the intent
to harm someone’s reputation. Users are solely responsible for their own posts, and any legal consequences that arise from
defamatory comments are the responsibility of the individual who made the post.
Red Reindeer Media may remove offending content, but we are not obligated to monitor all posts. Individuals who believe they
have been defamed on our platforms should follow the grievance process below.
5. Grievance Process
If any user encounters offensive behaviour, inappropriate content, or issues with interactions on our platforms, they should:
- Contact us to submit a formal grievance via email, with our email address details available on our about us page.
Grievances will be reviewed and addressed promptly to ensure a respectful environment.
6. Content Ownership and Permissions
By posting on our platforms, users agree that their content may be shared, reproduced, or used by Red Reindeer Media for marketing
or promotional purposes. Users should ensure they have the rights to any images, text, or other materials they post.
7. External Links and Third-Party Content
Users should be cautious when sharing links to external websites or third-party content. Red Reindeer Media is not responsible for the
accuracy or quality of external content. Sharing of malicious links or harmful third-party material is strictly prohibited and may result
in removal and a ban from the platform.
8. Changes to the Policy
Red Reindeer Media reserves the right to update or modify this policy at any time. Users are encouraged to review the policy regularly to
stay informed of any changes.
