These Terms and Conditions govern your use of the Ultra Courts website located at https://ultracourts.com.au/. By accessing this website, you agree to be bound by these terms. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, you must not use this website.
1. Intellectual Property and Prohibited Use
All content on this website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, button icons, and software, is the property of Ultra Courts or its content suppliers and is protected by Australian and international copyright laws.
Strict Prohibition on Copying: You are expressly prohibited from:
Copying, reproducing, or modifying any content or images from this website for commercial or personal use without prior written consent from Ultra Courts.
Using any “deep-link,” “page-scrape,” “robot,” “spider,” or other automatic device, program, or methodology to access, acquire, or monitor any portion of the website.
Distributing or republishing any material from this website in any media.
2. Authenticity of Project Imagery
Ultra Courts takes pride in the quality of its craftsmanship. All images displayed on this website showcasing “latest work,” completed projects, or “before and after” sequences are authentic photographs of actual projects designed and constructed by Ultra Courts. These images serve as a true representation of the work carried out by our team and are protected under the proprietary rights mentioned in Section 1.
3. News Articles and Legal Compliance
From time to time, this website may feature news articles, industry updates, or editorial content. All such articles and their accompanying images are published in accordance with Australian law.
Ultra Courts respects the intellectual property rights of others and operates within the framework of the Copyright Act 1968 (Cth). In instances where third-party material is referenced or utilized, we adhere to the principles of “Fair Dealing” as recognized under Australian law.
4. Fair Use and Fair Dealing Notice
Regarding the use of copyrighted material for news reporting, research, or criticism, Ultra Courts references the standards outlined by the Australian Law Reform Commission (ALRC).
While the concept of “Fair Use” is a central component of jurisdictions such as the United States, Australian law primarily utilizes the “Fair Dealing” exceptions. For more information on the distinctions and the legal landscape regarding the digital economy and copyright, users may refer to the ALRC Report 122 on Copyright and the Digital Economy.
Users of this website are reminded that any unauthorized use of material that does not fall under these specific legal exceptions may constitute copyright infringement.
5. Disclaimer of Liability
The information contained on this website is for general information purposes only. While Ultra Courts endeavors to keep the information up to date and correct, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, or suitability of the website or the information contained therein.
6. Governing Law
These terms and conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Australia and the state in which Ultra Courts operates. Any disputes relating to these terms and conditions will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Australia.
Fair Dealing & Copyright Policy
1. Our Commitment to Copyright
The Trustee For Ford Family Trust (Ultra Courts) respects the intellectual property rights of all creators. We aim to ensure that all content on https://ultracourts.com.au/ is either original, licensed, or used in accordance with Australian law.
2. Fair Dealing Notice
This website may occasionally feature third-party copyrighted material (such as news snippets, industry images, or quotes). We utilize such material under the Fair Dealing exceptions provided in the Copyright Act 1968 (Cth). Specifically:
Reporting News (Section 42): Content used to inform our audience about current events in the sports and construction industry.
Criticism or Review (Section 41): Content used to provide commentary, analysis, or technical reviews of industry standards and public figures.
We strive to provide sufficient acknowledgement of the source and author wherever possible, as required by law.
3. Guidelines for Fair Use/Dealing
In alignment with the Australian Law Reform Commission (ALRC) Report 122, we assess the fairness of our use based on:
The transformative nature of the content (adding context or news value).
The amount of the work used in relation to the whole (using only what is necessary for the report).
The effect of the use on the potential market for the original work.
4. Takedown Request (Notice and Takedown)
Ultra Courts acts in good faith. If you are a rights holder and believe that any material on this website has been used in a way that constitutes copyright infringement or falls outside the scope of Fair Dealing, please contact us immediately at [Insert Email Address].
Upon receipt of a valid notice, we will:
Acknowledge your request within [2-3] business days.
Review the content in question.
Remove the content if it is found to be infringing, without admission of liability, as a gesture of professional courtesy and legal compliance.
5. Disclaimer for Third-Party Content
Views expressed in news articles or industry commentaries are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Ultra Courts. Any content provided by our bloggers or authors are of their opinion and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, or individual.
Why this helps:
Deters “Trolls”: Automated legal bots look for easy targets. Having a policy that explicitly cites the Copyright Act 1968 and ALRC Report 122 shows you are legally informed.
Evidence of Good Faith: If a claim ever goes to court, having a “Notice and Takedown” procedure (Section 4 above) proves you are a “diligent user,” which can significantly reduce potential damages.
Educational Context: It reinforces that your blog posts (like the one about women’s tennis) are intended as news and commentary, not as commercial products for sale.