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The Terms of Service governs the relationship between the website user and NGOS.

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1. Introduction

• Full legal name of the society:
  NORTHERN GAUTENG ORCHID SOCIETY
  NOORD-GAUTENG ORGIDEEVERENIGING
  NPO Registration No. 036-068-NPO

• Governing law (Republic of South Africa)

2. Acceptance of Terms

• By accessing or using the website, users agree to these terms

• If they disagree, they must not use the site

3. Use of Website

• No unlawful use

• No uploading malicious code

• No scraping or copying content without permission

• No impersonation of society officials

4. Intellectual Property

• All website content belongs to NGOS unless stated otherwise

• Orchid photos remain property of the photographer unless assigned

• No reproduction without written consent

• Society logo protected

• Members agree that the NGOS will have a non-exclusive right  to any content published on the website originating from a member or contributor

5. Membership Terms (Refer to the NGOS constitution)

• Website access does not automatically confer membership

• Membership is subject to approval from the NGOS Management Committee

• The society reserves the right to terminate membership in accordance with its Constitution

6. Events and Shows

NGOS Spring and Autumn and other Shows:

• Event details are subject to change

• The Society is not liable for cancellations

• Entry is at own risk

• Photography at events may occur.

7. External Links

• This Website may link to third-party sites

• NGOS is not responsible for external content

9. Disclaimer of Liability

Important:

• Information is provided for educational purposes only

• NGOS does not guarantee horticultural success

• NGOS takes no liability for plant loss, pest spread, or advice followed

10. Indemnity Clause

User agrees to indemnify NGOS from misuse by member of the website.

11. Amendments

• Society may update Terms at any time

• Continued use constitutes acceptance

12. Governing Law

• Republic of South Africa