Terms of Use

Effective Date: 3/11/25
Last Updated: 3/11/25

Welcome to The Oceanic Press. By accessing or using our website, social media channels, or digital content (collectively “Services”), you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree, you must not use our Services.

1. About Us

The Oceanic Press (“we”, “our”, “us”) is a New Zealand–based news and media organisation that provides journalism, commentary, and multimedia content covering local, regional, and international topics.

2. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using our website or subscribing to any of our Services, you agree to these Terms of Use and our Privacy Policy.
We may update these terms at any time, and changes take effect immediately upon posting. It is your responsibility to review this page periodically.

3. Use of Content

3.1 Ownership

All text, images, graphics, video, audio, code, and other content on our website (“Content”) is owned by or licensed to The Oceanic Press and protected under New Zealand and international copyright laws.

3.2 Permitted Use

You may:

  • View, share, or quote brief excerpts of our articles for personal, non-commercial purposes, provided you include proper attribution (“Source: The Oceanic Press”).

3.3 Restricted Use

You may not:

  • Copy, reproduce, republish, upload, post, distribute, or transmit our Content for commercial use without written consent.

  • Use our Content in a way that suggests endorsement or affiliation without permission.

  • Attempt to hack, disrupt, or compromise our website or Services.

Requests for re-publication or licensing should be directed to contact@theoceanicpress.com

4. User Submissions and Comments

You may submit comments, opinions, or other materials (“User Content”) through our website or social media channels. By doing so, you grant The Oceanic Press a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual licence to use, reproduce, and distribute that content across our platforms.

You agree not to submit any content that:

  • Is defamatory, offensive, or unlawful;

  • Infringes on the rights of others;

  • Contains spam, malware, or misleading information.

We reserve the right to remove or moderate User Content at our discretion.

5. Accuracy of Information

We strive to ensure accuracy and fairness in our reporting. However, we make no guarantees that all information published is error-free or up to date.
Our content is provided for general informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as professional advice (legal, financial, medical, or otherwise).

6. Links to Third Parties

Our website may contain links to external websites or services. We are not responsible for their content, privacy practices, or availability. Inclusion of any link does not imply endorsement.

7. Intellectual Property Rights

All trademarks, logos, and service marks displayed on our site are the property of The Oceanic Press or their respective owners.
Nothing in these Terms grants you a licence or right to use any trademark without written permission.

8. Disclaimer and Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by New Zealand law:

  • Our Services are provided “as is” and “as available”.

  • We make no warranties regarding accuracy, reliability, or uninterrupted availability.

  • The Oceanic Press will not be liable for any loss or damage (including indirect or consequential loss) arising from your use of our Services or reliance on our Content.

If you are using our Services for personal, non-business purposes, your rights under the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 remain unaffected.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless The Oceanic Press, its employees, contributors, and affiliates from any claim or demand arising out of your breach of these Terms of Use or misuse of our Services.

10. Termination

We may suspend or terminate your access to our website or Services at any time, without notice, if you violate these Terms of Use or engage in conduct harmful to our operations or reputation.

11. Governing Law

These Terms of Use are governed by and interpreted in accordance with New Zealand law.
Any disputes will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of New Zealand.

12. Contact Us

For questions, permissions, or concerns about these Terms, please contact:

The Oceanic Press
📧 contact@oceanicpress.com
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