LEGAL TERMS oF USE

Last updated: 1 June 2026

1. Acceptance of These Terms

By accessing or using this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree with these terms, please discontinue use of the website.

2. About Us

This website is operated by Andrew McLachlan

Contact: The website provides information, commentary, publications, advocacy materials, and related content associated with THE STEWARD'S LANTERN®.

3. Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise stated, all content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, images, videos, designs, publications, software, and other materials, is owned by or licensed to us and is protected by Australian and international intellectual property laws.

You may view, download and print material from this website for personal, non-commercial use only.

You must not:

  • reproduce, distribute or republish website content without written permission;

  • modify or create derivative works from website content;

  • use website content for commercial purposes without authorisation;

  • remove copyright, trademark or proprietary notices.

4. Registered Trade Mark Notice

THE STEWARD'S LANTERN® is a registered trade mark owned by Andrew McLachlan.

Australian Trade Mark Registration Details:

  • Trade Mark: THE STEWARD'S LANTERN®

  • Owner: Andrew McLachlan

  • Registration Date: 11 May 2026

  • Registration Expiry: 3 October 2035

The THE STEWARD'S LANTERN® name, associated logos, branding, visual identity, and related goodwill are protected by Australian trade mark law.

No person may use, reproduce, imitate, adapt, display, publish, distribute, or otherwise exploit THE STEWARD'S LANTERN® trade mark or any confusingly similar mark without the prior written consent of Andrew McLachlan.

Nothing contained on this website grants any licence or right to use any trade mark, logo, branding element, or intellectual property owned by Andrew McLachlan except with express written permission.

Unauthorised use may constitute infringement under the Trade Marks Act 1995 (Cth) and may result in legal action.

5. User Conduct

When using this website, you agree not to:

  • engage in unlawful conduct;

  • interfere with the operation or security of the website;

  • attempt to gain unauthorised access to systems, accounts, or data;

  • upload or transmit malicious software or harmful code;

  • use the website in a way that may damage its reputation, functionality, or availability.

6. Information Disclaimer

The information published on this website is provided for general information and educational purposes only.

While reasonable efforts are made to ensure accuracy, no representation or warranty is given regarding the completeness, reliability, suitability, or accuracy of any content.

Views, commentary, opinions, and advocacy materials published on this website are intended to contribute to public discussion and should not be relied upon as legal, financial, professional, or other specialised advice.

Any reliance placed on information contained on this website is at the user's own risk.

7. External Links

This website may contain links to third-party websites or resources.

Such links are provided for convenience only. Andrew McLachlan does not control, endorse, or accept responsibility for the content, accuracy, availability, or privacy practices of external websites.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Andrew McLachlan excludes all liability for any loss, damage, cost, expense, or claim arising from:

  • access to or use of this website;

  • inability to access or use this website;

  • reliance upon information published on this website;

  • technical interruptions, errors, or website unavailability;

  • viruses, malware, or other harmful components transmitted through the website.

Nothing in these Terms excludes rights that cannot lawfully be excluded under Australian law.

9. Privacy

Use of this website is also governed by the applicable Privacy Policy.

Users should review the Privacy Policy to understand how personal information may be collected, used, stored, and protected.

10. Changes to These Terms

These Terms of Use may be amended from time to time.

Any changes will take effect immediately upon publication on this website. Continued use of the website following publication of revised terms constitutes acceptance of those changes.

11. Governing Law

These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of South Australia and the Commonwealth of Australia.

Any dispute arising in connection with these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of South Australia.

12. Contact

For enquiries regarding these Terms of Use, intellectual property rights, or use of THE STEWARD'S LANTERN® trade mark, please contact:

Andrew McLachlan

PO Box 1781, Burnside, SA 5066 

Email: andrew@stewardslantern.com.au