1. Introduction

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Welcome to The Mary-Lou Buck Foundation Aboriginal Corporation website. By accessing or using this website, submitting scholarship applications, making donations, or engaging with Foundation services, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms and Conditions.

If you do not agree with these Terms, you should not use this website or Foundation services.

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2. About the Foundation

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The Mary-Lou Buck Foundation Aboriginal Corporation supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students through scholarship opportunities, mentoring, leadership development, cultural connection, and educational support initiatives.

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3. Website Use

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Users agree to:

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• Use the website for lawful purposes only
• Provide accurate and truthful information when completing forms
• Not misuse, copy, or distribute website content without permission
• Do not attempt to interfere with website functionality or security

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The Foundation reserves the right to restrict or terminate access where misuse is suspected.

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4. Scholarship

 

Applications

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Submitting an application does not guarantee scholarship approval.

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Applicants agree that:

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• All information provided is true and correct
• Supporting documents are authentic and accurate
• The Foundation may request additional information where required
• Applications may be assessed using culturally informed and merit-based processes

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The Foundation reserves the right to:

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• Decline incomplete or late applications
• Verify application information
• Modify scholarship availability based on funding or program capacity

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All decisions made by scholarship selection panels are final.

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5. Scholarship Participation Responsibilities

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Successful recipients agree to:

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• Participate respectfully in Foundation programs and mentoring opportunities
• Maintain engagement in education or approved pathways
• Provide progress updates if requested
• Uphold cultural respect and community values

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Failure to meet participation expectations may affect ongoing support.

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6. Donations

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All donations made to the Foundation:

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• Are voluntary
• Support charitable and educational purposes
• May be tax-deductible where applicable under Australian law
• Are generally non-refundable unless required by law

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The Foundation commits to using donated funds responsibly to support its charitable objectives.

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7. Cultural Respect and Community Integrity

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The Foundation is built on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural values.

Users agree to:

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• Engage respectfully with cultural content
• Not reproduce cultural artwork, stories, or imagery without permission
• Respect Indigenous cultural, intellectual property, and community ownership

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8. Intellectual Property

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All content on this website, including:

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• Logos
• Artwork
• Written content
• Scholarship materials
• Branding elements

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remains the property of The Mary-Lou Buck Foundation unless otherwise stated.

Content must not be reproduced or distributed without written permission.

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9. Privacy

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The Foundation is committed to protecting personal and cultural information.

Personal information collected through this website is managed in accordance with the Foundation’s Privacy Policy. Users should review the Privacy Policy for further details.

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10. Website Availability

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The Foundation makes reasonable efforts to maintain website access and accuracy of information, but does not guarantee uninterrupted availability.

The Foundation is not liable for technical disruptions, errors, or outdated information.

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11. Limitation of Liability

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To the extent permitted by law, the Foundation is not liable for:

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• Loss arising from website use
• Scholarship application outcomes
• External service provider failures
• Decisions made based on website information

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Nothing in these Terms excludes rights available under Australian Consumer Law.

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12. Changes to Terms

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The Foundation may update these Terms and Conditions at any time.

Updates will be published on this page and take effect upon publication.

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13. Contact Information

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For enquiries regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact:

The Mary-Lou Buck Foundation Aboriginal Corporation
mlbuckfoundation@graduate.com
Suite 1, 135 Grafton Street, Cairns City, QLD, 4870 Australia