Terms and conditions

The 'Trans and gender diverse inclusive obstetric and perinatal care workshop' is presented by the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RANZCOG). This event is face to face only. Please note this programme has been developed with obstetricians and midwives in the Aotearoa New Zealand in mind.

1. Acceptance

By clicking “Accept and Register” I agree that I have read and agree to the Terms and Conditions below, and acknowledge that the accuracy, credibility, validity and reliability of any information, document, recommendation, opinion, statement or otherwise contained in the  'Trans and gender diverse inclusive obstetric and perinatal care workshop' has not been verified by RANZCOG. I agree that I will consider my own circumstances and that RANZCOG encourages me to consider or seek professional advice on the matters in this Agreement and contained in the 'Trans and gender diverse inclusive obstetric and perinatal care workshop'. RANZCOG is not responsible for any outcome or result arising whatsoever from the information provided.

I agree to comply with the requirements of the RANZCOG Privacy Policy and these Terms and Conditions with respect to information obtained from the  'Trans and gender diverse inclusive obstetric and perinatal care workshop'.

2. Attendance and participation

Attendance at and participation in the  'Trans and gender diverse inclusive obstetric and perinatal care workshop' is for my own educational purposes, and to the extent that I am able to provide comments, feedback and other contributions I will do so in good faith, and only to express my personally held opinions.

Attendance and access to  'Trans and gender diverse inclusive obstetric and perinatal care workshop' materials is subject to RANZCOG’s confirmation of registration.

If the  'Trans and gender diverse inclusive obstetric and perinatal care workshop' is unable to run in a face to face format due to circumstances outside RANZCOG's control, the event may run at a later date when the event can be facilitated and you will be duly notified.

3. COVID-19 in person attendance advice

RANZCOG will follow all relevant health advice from the Aotearoa New Zealand government in relation to COVID-19.

We request people that are unwell, including with cough or fever, or other respiratory symptoms to not attend the event.

4. Registration

Registration for the  'Trans and gender diverse inclusive obstetric and perinatal care workshop' includes: in person attendance at the 'Trans and gender diverse inclusive obstetric and perinatal care workshop' on 8 September, 2025 and catering of morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea.

5. Payment 

All prices are in New Zealand dollars and include GST. If pay by invoice is selected, payment is required within 10 working days of the invoice issue date. Registration cannot be confirmed until payment is received. RANZCOG will not be liable to compensate for exchange rate fluctuations. All payments must be made before 22 August 2025. 

Credit Card

Visa and MasterCard are accepted.

6. Cancellation

If for some reason you need to cancel please contact the Aotearoa RANZCOG Team at event@ranzcog.org.nz.  

Registration Cancellation Charges

Conditions                                                                                                                                                       Charges Applicable

If cancellation request is received in writing on or before 8 August, 2025                                            100% less 10% administration fee

If cancellation request is received in writing after 8 August, 2025                                                         50% less 10% administration fee

If cancellation request is received in writing on or after 22 August, 2025                                              No refund available

Where there are extenuating circumstances, a refund of the registration fee may be considered by and at the discretion of RANZCOG. Credit card surcharges will not be refunded under any circumstances.  If the original payment was made with a Te Whatu Ora credit card you are required to forward the original invoice and credit note, along with RANZCOG's cancellation confirmation email to your finance team.  If the original payment was made on your personal credit card and you were reimbursed for the fee by Te Whatu Ora, you are responsible for passing the reimbursement on to Te Whatu Ora.

No refund will be paid following failure to attend without notice.

 7. Insurance

Registration does not include insurance. All participants are advised to procure their own insurance to cover all risks including (but not limited to) personal property, health and medical expenses, injury, death, any travel and accommodation, and all other risks. RANZCOG will not be held liable for any claims under any circumstances.

8. Content of the 'Trans and gender diverse inclusive obstetric and perinatal care workshop'

The 'Trans and gender diverse inclusive obstetric and perinatal care workshop' is intended to provide an opportunity for collegial conversation and information sharing. 

Information shared by presenters at the 'Trans and gender diverse inclusive obstetric and perinatal care workshop'  is the opinion of the presenter alone, and RANZCOG does not endorse, nor verify the accuracy, credibility, validity, and reliability of any 'Trans and gender diverse inclusive obstetric and perinatal care workshop'  material.

The 'Trans and gender diverse inclusive obstetric and perinatal care workshop' organisers reserve the right to make reasonable changes to the programme (including activities, topics, timings and presenters) where necessary.

9. Code of Conduct

By agreeing to the event’s Terms and Conditions, delegates are expected to behave in a professional and appropriate manner consistent with the RANZCOG Code of Conduct.

10. Allocation of CPD hours 

Please note that registered Fellows will automatically receive CPD hours for their participation in the 'Trans and gender diverse inclusive obstetric and perinatal care workshop'. CPD hours terms and conditions will be published before the event. 

11. Copyright & Intellectual Property

The owner of the RANZCOG 'Trans and gender diverse inclusive obstetric and perinatal care workshop' material grants me a revocable licence to use the material for my own personal educational purposes. I agree that I must not use or commercialise the RANZCOG 'Trans and gender diverse inclusive obstetric and perinatal care workshop' material for my own commercial gain.

By submitting a request to register, I will comply with RANZCOG’s policies and requirements relating to intellectual property rights.

12. Consent & Confidentiality

I will not disclose RANZCOG's confidential information without prior written consent.

RANZCOG may collect my personal information for the administration of the 'Trans and gender diverse inclusive obstetric and perinatal care workshop', for security, legal, future marketing, and promotional purposes; in accordance with its privacy policy.

RANZCOG agrees that it will not disclose your confidential information without your prior written consent, except where required to facilitate the 'Trans and gender diverse inclusive obstetric and perinatal care workshop' or where required by law.

13. In General

Unless required by an applicable law, RANZCOG will not be responsible for any direct or indirect costs or losses incurred in any circumstances.

To the extent permitted by law, any statutory or other warranty, condition, description, or recourse, express or implied as to the 'Trans and gender diverse inclusive obstetric and perinatal care workshop' is expressly excluded by RANZCOG.

14. Further information

For further information please contact Laura Collins, Event Lead, Aotearoa.

Email: event@ranzcog.org.nz

Phone: +64 (0)4 472 4608

Website: https://ranzcog.eventsair.com/trans-and-gender-diverse-inclusive-obstetric-and-perinatal-care

15. Definitions

In these Terms and Conditions:

Confidential information of a party means any information, including Personal information, which is notified to be confidential, or which is confident by nature.

Information means any information, document, recommendation, opinion, statement or otherwise published, commented, posted, or otherwise made available at the 'Trans and gender diverse inclusive obstetric and perinatal care workshop'.

Intellectual Property means information, trademarks, patents, designs, circuit layouts, copyrights, know-how and all other rights.

Personal information means personal, sensitive or health information of or about an individual within the meaning of Privacy Act.

'Trans and gender diverse inclusive obstetric and perinatal care workshop' , means full day event to be held on 8 September, 2025.