Bush Life Balance

Bush Life Balance Member Agreement

Bush Life Balance is a Private Members Association providing education, resources, and tools to its members.

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Privacy Assurance

Your privacy is a priority for Bush Life Balance. Your personal details are solely for internal use to maintain the integrity of our community. Data from websites associated with Bush Life Balance are at the discretion of members use.

If you do not want your data stored by external third parties then please do not use our website/s and request a hard copy of the agreement if only participating in "offline" projects.

While all care is given to privacy, Bush Life Balance and/or its members, will not be held liable for any privacy breaches. If you would like further information on Bush Life Balance's web hosting providers, please contact BLB in writing. All membership data is collected and kept as per BLB constitutional obligations.

Membership Pathway

Membership starts with your subscription payment and agreeing to this Member Agreement, with a yearly renewal and is established for a minimum duration of twelve months.

General Membership - $1.00 yearly

Required by all members to gain access to projects run by Bush Life Balance. This small fee goes towards maintaining the website and associated costs. Access to our Community Garden project is included in your general membership.

Chastota, Average AF and The Working on Wellness Factor (WOW Factor) have contribution packages inside each of the projects for members to access exclusive content and functions. You can upgrade at any time during your membership. See individual projects for details.

If you wish to resign your Membership at the end of this twelve-month period, please notify us in writing within 21 days of membership renewal. Upon resignation, access to all resources, gatherings, and community benefits will be suspended until such time as you may choose to re-join.

Confidentiality & Non-Disclosure

As a member of Bush Life Balance, you must sight, agree to and sign our self-executing Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA).

Please note:

  1. You will be privy to confidential information that must remain within the confines of our community.
  2. You agree to uphold strict confidentiality, not disclosing any information without written consent from Bush Life Balance as per the NDA.
  3. You are responsible for safeguarding all confidential information to prevent unauthorized use and/or sharing.
  4. This self-executing NDA is binding and integrated into your membership obligations.
  5. The terms herein align with natural common law and the foundational principles of Bush Life Balance.
  6. Reading this agreement is a testament to your commitment to our ethos.
  7. Adequate record keeping will be maintained and provided to members upon request in writing.

Waiver of Responsibility

Bush Life Balance, its team, consultants, facilitators, and Members are not responsible for any personal decisions or actions taken by its members. The community acts as a platform for shared growth and learning, without imposing directives on personal choices.

Bush Life Balance does not give legal advice. All actions taken upon by its Members is at the Member's discretion and individual responsibility. Bush Life Balance is an education platform, community collective and resource tool hub only. The opinions and advice given by Bush Life Balance are based on publicly available information, personal experience and knowledge accumulated over many years and ARE NOT to be taken as professional advice (unless public certification and recognition is provided by the member). We only provide information based on our personal experience.

Waiver of Harm, Injury, Loss, Damages or Death

Participation in ANY activities supplied or facilitated by Bush Life Balance can involve significant risks, including property damages, loss, personal injury and death.

Bush Life Balance, its team, facilitators and members are NOT responsible for ANY damages, harm, injury, loss or death which may occur.

Members are each responsible, solely and exclusively, for their own health, items, equipment and safety and must only perform duties or activities they are fit to partake in. If you are unsure, please discuss this with BLB further or seek medical or legal advice before commencing.

BLB will do its best in providing a safe environment, however, accidents can happen. BLB will provide appropriately trained facilitators for services on site. If you have health issues, and in the event an incident happens, you take full responsibility for yourself and/or any other man, woman or child you are inherently responsible for. All incidences will be recorded for future reference for the purpose of assessment for possible future prevention. Bush Life Balance's commitment to the safety of its members, nature, animals, our environment and all involved is paramount.

Mutual Commitment to Do No Harm, Cause No Loss

Bush Life Balance is committed to the principle of 'Do No Harm, Cause No Loss' and expects the same from its members. This mutual comprehension ensures that our interactions and transactions are conducted in a manner that is fair, ethical, and respectful, whilst always maintaining honour and integrity.

We aim to operate in a way that prevents harm or loss to our members, team, stakeholders, or the wider community. Any negligence or breach of this agreement found to be harmful towards Bush Life Balance, its members, projects and/or site/s and/or equipment, loss and/or damage will result in immediate removal and possibly lifetime ban from membership.

Note: Group Exchange Members (GEMs) offering products or services through The WOW Factor project are not protected from public requirements and legislation for the field they are working in under this PMA. If they want to provide professional services, they will still be required to provide public certification and recognition to do so. Regulatory bodies like the ATO, TGA and ASIC can and still will audit and investigate Private Members seeking to bypass legal professional requirements.

Payment and Cancellation Policy

1. No Refund Policy

Bush Life Balance operates on a strict no refund policy. This policy is in place due to our extensive waitlist and consistently full calendar. Once a service is booked or a product is purchased, we cannot offer refunds under any circumstances, including but not limited to, any and all contributions.

2. Cancellation Policy

This policy applies to all activities, programs and services provided by Bush Life Balance, including but not limited to horse services, energy work, community gardening, web services, meeting hosting, and sporting app activities.

  • 50% cancellation fee if you cancel within 24 hours prior to an appointment
  • No refund for missed appointments without prior notification
  • Refunds or credits only apply with minimum 48 hours' notice
  • Cancellations must be made by phone, email or online portal and confirmed by BLB
  • Special circumstances (e.g., medical emergency) considered case-by-case

3. Payment Terms

Payment is required within 24 hours of your booking and confirmed by emailing the payment receipt. Once you email your payment receipt, your consultation is confirmed and details regarding your online video call or onsite appointment will be sent to you.

4. Contribution Agreement

All contributions provided by members are to be used solely for funding purposes of the project of choice. If nothing is specified in writing, we reserve the right to implement where the funds are distributed within the project. Contributions can be provided by monetary deposits, cheque and/or physical objects. All contributions are non-refundable as per our no refund policy. No contribution funds shall be used for personal use as Bush Life Balance is a not-for-profit unincorporated members association.

Private Space Agreement

This governs the use of a physical space, location, or facility provided to members of Bush Life Balance as a private member benefit for activities and projects associated. All activities undertaken under this agreement must align with the mission and values of Bush Life Balance: non-profit, service-oriented, regenerative, and grounded in community wellbeing. This is not a commercial rental or tenancy agreement.

Members agree to:

  • Use the space respectfully and leave it clean, safe, and orderly
  • Share communal areas peacefully and without disrupting others
  • Honour any private house or site-specific guidelines provided
  • Avoid activities that cause harm, danger, or undue burden on the community or property
  • Notify Bush Life Balance promptly if any damage, maintenance need, or conflict arises
  • Participate in cooperative upkeep when requested
  • Under NO circumstances access without a booking and/or prior written consent
  • NOT enter house area and any area that is NOT part of designated community project areas
  • Park in designated areas only (front for community garden, round yard for horse reflections)
  • Keep the main drive gate shut and drive at 10km/h maximum
  • No drugs or alcohol to be brought onto and/or consumed onsite
  • Closed-in shoes must be worn at all times (unless doing a grounding release with a BLB facilitator)

Acknowledgment & Agreement

By finalising your Membership payment, you:

  • Affirm your comprehension and acceptance of the terms, including the waiver of responsibility
  • Acknowledge the commitment to our shared confidentiality
  • Agree to the terms of membership and the procedures outlined herein
  • Recognize that your membership signifies a conscious choice to live in harmony with Bush Life Balance values

As a member, you agree to not engage in any action or inaction with intent to cause harm, loss, damage or injury to others or property, and to at all times live, operate and conduct yourself with honour and integrity. A digital signature or acknowledgment carries the same responsibilities and liabilities as a wet ink signature.

Conclusion

Your membership at Bush Life Balance represents a conscious choice to participate in a supportive, respectful, and confidential community. By finalizing your membership payment, sighting and signing the self-executing NDA, you commit to our collective journey of intentional living.

Please note that adherence to these agreements ensures a smoother operation and allows us to better serve all our members. Bush Life Balance reserves the right to update this member agreement at any time due to the ever-changing projects involved in BLB. Thank you for your comprehension and cooperation.

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C/- Suite 770, 120 Egerton Street, Emerald, QLD, 4720

Bush Life Balance is a non-government, unincorporated members association benefiting its members & the wider community through projects, resources and support services.