1. Scope and Application

This policy applies to all references to Dare Media Group Australia, including any affiliated, owned, operated, licensed, or controlled brands, programs, productions, platforms, services, digital properties, and content, whether existing now or created in the future.

It applies to employees, contractors, contributors, former personnel, partners, and all third parties on external platforms.

2. External Platforms

External platforms include, but are not limited to, social media networks, video and streaming platforms, podcasts, blogs, forums, websites, messaging services, comment sections, reviews, livestreams, and media publications.

3. Unauthorised Use and Representation

No person may represent, imply, or suggest that they are acting for, endorsed by, affiliated with, or authorised by Dare Media Group Australia without prior written approval.

Unauthorised use includes:

Claiming or implying association or authority

Using company names, branding, logos, slogans, audio, video, or visual assets

Speaking on company matters, disputes, policies, or internal operations

Responding publicly to criticism or controversy involving the company

4. Commentary and Lawful Discussion

General discussion, review, criticism, or commentary does not constitute authorisation and does not grant any right to use Dare Media Group Australia’s branding, intellectual property, or reputation.

Nothing in this policy restricts lawful expression or genuine opinion.

5. Commercial, Promotional, and Exploitative Use

The name, reputation, or associated brands of Dare Media Group Australia must not be used for commercial, promotional, advertising, political, fundraising, or misleading purposes without express written consent.

6. Defamatory, False, or Harmful Statements

No person may publish or distribute statements about Dare Media Group Australia that are:

False, misleading, or deceptive

Defamatory or malicious

Presented as fact without a reasonable factual basis

Genuine opinion or fair comment is permitted; however, untrue statements presented as fact may be treated as defamatory under Australian law.

7. Harm and Misrepresentation

Content that:

Damages or is likely to damage the reputation of Dare Media Group Australia

Misrepresents the company’s actions, intentions, or conduct

Encourages harassment, abuse, or coordinated attacks

may result in enforcement action.

8. Enforcement and Remedies

Where unauthorised, misleading, or harmful use occurs, Dare Media Group Australia reserves the right to:

Request correction, clarification, or removal

Issue formal takedown or cease-and-desist notices

Report misuse to platform operators

Pursue remedies available under Australian law

9. No Endorsement

References to Dare Media Group Australia on external platforms do not indicate endorsement, approval, or control unless expressly stated by the company.

10. Reservation of Rights

All rights not expressly granted are reserved by Dare Media Group Australia. Failure to immediately enforce any provision does not constitute a waiver of rights.

11. Governing Law

This policy is governed by the laws of Australia and applicable state and federal legislation.