Welcome to the Governance without Coercion website. These Terms and Conditions (‘Terms’) govern your use of this website. By accessing this site, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the site.
1. Purpose of the Site
This website provides analysis, commentary, and research on governance, systems, and processes. The content is for informational and educational purposes only.
2. No Professional Advice
While the author is a qualified Civil Engineer with a PhD in governance, the content on this site does not constitute professional advice (engineering, legal, financial, or otherwise).
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The analysis provided is based on specific systems and process perspectives.
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Readers should seek independent professional advice before taking action based on any information found here.
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Your use of this site does not create a professional-client relationship.
3. Intellectual Property
Unless otherwise stated, all content—including blog posts, research papers, and book excerpts are my intellectual property. The OnQ project management framework is the intellectual property of Queensland Transport, my employer at the time I developed it.
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You may: Share links to this content or quote small excerpts, provided you give full and clear credit to the author.
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You may not: Reproduce, sell, or distribute the content in bulk for commercial purposes without express written permission.
4. Third-Party Content
I occasionally host or link to material from other researchers, whistle-blowers, or experts.
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The views expressed in third-party content belong to the respective authors.
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I do not guarantee the accuracy of external links or third-party materials.
5. User Conduct
I value open inquiry and skepticism. However, to maintain the integrity of this “Governance without Coercion” space, users must not:
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Use the site to distribute spam or malicious software.
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Engage in ‘groupthink’ harassment or abusive behavior in any comment sections.
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Attempt to bypass any security features of the site.
6. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by Australian Law:
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I am not liable for any loss or damage (direct or indirect) that may result from your use of this website or the information contained within it.
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I provide the site on an ‘as-is’ basis and make no guarantees regarding the continuous availability of the website.
7. Risk-Management and “Triggering” Content
As noted in my introduction, my research-based approach may challenge commonly held beliefs or narratives. By using this site, you acknowledge that you may encounter perspectives that are provocative or contrary to your own views. I pursue understanding rather than condemnation, and I expect readers to approach the material with a similar spirit of inquiry.
8. Privacy
Your use of this site is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which outlines how we handle your data.
9. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of Queensland, Australia. Any disputes arising from the use of this site will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Queensland.
10. Updates to Terms
I may update these Terms from time to time to reflect changes in the law or site functionality. Your continued use of the site signifies your acceptance of any updated Terms.
Contact: If you have questions regarding these Terms, please contact me via the website contact form.