Terms & Conditions

Last Updated: January 2026

Welcome to teanautown.nz. By accessing and using this website, you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and conditions outlined below.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing teanautown.nz (the "Website"), you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please do not use our Website.

2. About This Website

teanautown.nz is an independent tourism information website providing visitor information about Te Anau, Fiordland National Park, and surrounding areas in New Zealand. We are not affiliated with any government agency, tourism board, or official organization unless explicitly stated.

2.1 Information Accuracy Disclaimer

IMPORTANT: While we strive to provide accurate, current, and comprehensive information about Te Anau and Fiordland, the information on this Website is provided for general informational purposes only. We make every reasonable effort to ensure accuracy, however:

• Information may not always be completely accurate, complete, or up-to-date
• Prices, opening hours, and availability of services may change without notice
• Weather conditions, track closures, and safety information can change rapidly
• Business information (restaurants, accommodation, tours) may become outdated
• We are not responsible for errors, omissions, or changes made by third parties

We strongly recommend that you verify all critical information directly with relevant service providers, accommodation operators, tour companies, or official sources such as the Department of Conservation (DOC) before making travel plans or bookings.

3. Use of Website

3.1 Permitted Use

You may use this Website for personal, non-commercial purposes to research and plan your visit to Te Anau and Fiordland. You may:

• Browse and read content on the Website
• Print pages for personal reference
• Share links to our pages on social media

3.2 Prohibited Use

You may not:

• Copy, reproduce, or republish substantial portions of our content without permission
• Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) to access the Website
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Website
• Use the Website for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
• Transmit viruses, malware, or harmful code
• Impersonate any person or entity
• Interfere with the proper functioning of the Website

4. Intellectual Property

4.1 Website Content

All content on teanautown.nz, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of teanautown.nz or its content suppliers and is protected by New Zealand and international copyright laws.

4.2 Third-Party Content

Some images and content may be sourced from third-party providers under appropriate licenses. We respect intellectual property rights and expect users to do the same.

5. External Links

Our Website contains links to third-party websites for your convenience. We do not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites. You access external links at your own risk.

Links to businesses, accommodation providers, tour operators, or other services do not constitute endorsements or recommendations.

6. Advertising

This Website displays advertisements through Google AdSense and potentially other advertising networks. We do not control the content of advertisements displayed. Advertisers are responsible for ensuring their ads comply with applicable laws and regulations.

Clicking on advertisements will redirect you to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content, products, or services offered by advertisers.

7. Limitation of Liability

7.1 No Warranties

This Website and all information, content, and materials are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not warrant that:

• The Website will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free
• Information on the Website is accurate, complete, or current
• Defects will be corrected
• The Website is free from viruses or harmful components

7.2 Limitation of Damages

To the fullest extent permitted by law, teanautown.nz, its owners, operators, and contributors shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from:

• Your use or inability to use the Website
• Reliance on information provided on the Website
• Errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in content
• Unauthorized access to or alteration of your data
• Any other matter relating to the Website

7.3 Travel and Activity Risks

IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE: Outdoor activities in Fiordland National Park and surrounding areas involve inherent risks. We are not responsible for:

• Accidents, injuries, or deaths occurring during activities described on this Website
• Weather-related incidents or natural disasters
• Equipment failures or inadequate preparation
• Decisions made based on information from this Website

Always check current conditions with official sources (DOC, MetService), ensure you have appropriate skills and equipment, and follow all safety guidelines.

8. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless teanautown.nz, its owners, operators, and contributors from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

• Your use of the Website
• Your violation of these Terms and Conditions
• Your violation of any rights of another party

9. User-Generated Content

If we implement features allowing user comments, reviews, or other submissions in the future, you agree that:

• You grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, and display your submissions
• Your submissions do not violate any laws or third-party rights
• We may remove any content at our discretion
• You are responsible for your submissions

10. Privacy

Your use of this Website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which can be found at teanautown.nz/privacy.php. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, and protect your information.

11. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms and Conditions at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the Website. Your continued use of the Website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.

We recommend reviewing these Terms and Conditions periodically for any updates.

12. Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of New Zealand. Any disputes arising from these terms or your use of the Website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of New Zealand.

13. Severability

If any provision of these Terms and Conditions is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

14. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or complaints regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact us:

Email: info@teanautown.nz
Website: www.teanautown.nz

We will make reasonable efforts to respond to inquiries within 5-7 business days.

15. Acknowledgment

By using teanautown.nz, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.

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Important Disclaimers Summary

These Terms and Conditions were last updated in January 2026. Please check this page periodically for updates.