WEBSITE USE
TERMS & CONDITIONS
1. Acceptance of these terms
By accessing and using the Lipedema World Congress 2027 website at www.lwc2027.com (the “Website”), you agree to be bound by these Website Use Terms & Conditions (“Terms”).
If you do not agree, please do not use this Website.
These Terms apply to all visitors, regardless of location. They govern your use of the Website only.
Separate terms apply to:
- Registration and participation in the Lipedema World Congress 2027 (the “Congress”) – see the Registration Terms & Conditions provided during the registration process.
- Sponsorship, partnership, and exhibition arrangements – see the applicable Sponsor/Partner/Exhibitor Terms & Conditions.
2. Who we are
The Website is operated by:
Lipoedema Australia Ltd (ABN 95 175 364 198), in partnership with the Lipedema World Alliance and other stakeholders.
- Email: info@lwc2027.com
- Postal address: 30 Broadwater Road, Morayfield, 4506 QLD Australia
References to “we”, “us”, and “our” mean Lipoedema Australia and, where relevant, our partners and contractors involved in organising the Congress.
3. Purpose of the Website
The Website is provided to:
- Share information about the Congress
- Enable online registration and payment for the Congress and related events
- Provide resources for delegates, speakers, sponsors, partners, exhibitors, and media
All information is provided in good faith for general informational purposes only and may be updated or changed at any time without notice.
4. Permitted use
You may:
- Access and view the Website for personal, non‑commercial purposes
- Download or print reasonable portions of content (e.g., programme details, contact information) for your personal, non‑commercial use
- Share links to the Website via social media or email, provided you do not imply endorsement by us without our prior written consent
You must not:
- Use the Website in any way that is unlawful, harmful, discriminatory, or fraudulent
- Attempt to gain unauthorised access to our systems, interfere with the Website’s operation, or overload our servers
- Scrape, copy, republish, sell, or commercially exploit any content from the Website without our prior written permission
- Use any automated systems (e.g., bots, scrapers) to access the Website without our prior written consent
5. Intellectual property and copyright
All content on this Website, including text, graphics, logos, images, audio, video, software, and design, is owned by or licensed to Lipoedema Australia Ltd and is protected by Australian and international copyright and other intellectual property laws.
Except as expressly permitted in these Terms, you may not:
- Reproduce, distribute, display, or create derivative works from any content
- Use our name, logos, or branding in a way that suggests endorsement or affiliation without our prior written permission
Third‑party content (e.g., partner logos, speaker photos) is used with permission where required. If you believe any content infringes your copyright, please contact us at info@lwc2027.com.
See also our Copyright Notice in the Website footer.
6. External links
The Website may contain links to third‑party websites (e.g., venues, hotels, tourism sites, payment providers). We do not control and are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or security of those sites. Links are provided for convenience only and do not imply endorsement.
7. Accuracy of information and disclaimers
We strive to ensure that information on the Website is accurate and up to date, but:
- Program details, speakers, dates, and prices may change without notice. Final information will be provided to registered delegates.
- Scientific and medical content is for educational purposes only and does not constitute personal medical advice. Always consult a qualified health professional for advice relating to your individual circumstances.
To the maximum extent permitted by law, we exclude all warranties, conditions, and representations, whether express or implied, regarding the Website and its content, including implied warranties of accuracy, completeness, reliability, merchantability, or fitness for a particular purpose.
Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits your rights under the Australian Consumer Law or other applicable consumer protection laws.
8. Limitation of liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, Lipoedema Australia Ltd is not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential loss or damage arising from:
- Your use of or inability to use the Website
- Any errors, omissions, or delays in information on the Website
- Any actions taken or decisions made in reliance on Website content
- Any technical failures, viruses, or harmful components transmitted via the Website
Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence, fraud, or any other liability that cannot be excluded under applicable law.
9. Privacy and cookies
Your use of the Website is also subject to our Privacy & Data Protection policy, which explains how we collect, use, and disclose personal information, including through cookies and analytics tools.
By using the Website, you consent to the collection and use of information as described in the Privacy Policy.
10. Changes to the Website and these Terms
We may:
- Update, modify, or discontinue parts of the Website at any time without notice
- Update these Terms from time to time. The latest version will be posted on this page with an updated date.
Your continued use of the Website after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.
11. Governing law and jurisdiction
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Victoria, Australia. You and we submit to the non‑exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Victoria.
Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits your rights under applicable local consumer protection laws, including (where relevant) the EU Consumer Rights Directive or US state consumer laws.
12. Contact
For questions about these Website Use Terms, please contact us:
- Email: info@lwc2027.com
- Postal address: 30 Broadwater Road, Morayfield, 4506 QLD Australia
- Attention: Congress Organiser, Lipedema World Congress 2027
Last Updated: 21 September 2026