SAGED/Alternaleaf, a subsidiary of Montu Group Pty Ltd (“SAGED”) is not promoting the use of regulated or unregulated therapeutic goods. Plant alternatives in Australia are regulated by the Therapeutic Goods Administration and details about plant medicine as a scheduled drug can be found on their website.  

The content presented on this website is intended solely to provide educational materials solely for qualified medical practitioners in Australia. It's important to note that this website and the information it contains are subject to ongoing updates and modifications. While we make every effort to ensure the accuracy and timeliness of the content, we cannot guarantee its absolute currency or accuracy, as occasional delays, errors, and omissions may occur.

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, SAGED disclaims any responsibility for any loss or damage incurred by you or anyone else in connection with the use of this website or its content. This disclaimer encompasses various factors, including but not limited to the potential transmission of computer viruses and any resulting consequential losses. We strongly recommend conducting a virus check before downloading any files, photos, or articles from this site.

For your convenience, SAGED provides links to other websites; however, we cannot vouch for the accuracy or currency of the information found on those external sites.

Please be aware that SAGED authorises the printing of website content exclusively for personal use. Any other forms of use, copying, or commercial reproduction of this website or its components are prohibited, except where permitted by law.

Please carefully review these terms and conditions before using our website.

SAGED.com.au is an online platform operated by Alternaleaf Pty Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of Montu Group Pty Ltd, located at Level 18/1 Nicholson St, East Melbourne VIC 3002 ("we," "us," or "our").

Definitions

"Conflict" refers to any inconsistency or contradiction between these specific terms for Membership in the online courses and the Standard Terms and Conditions.

"Content" refers to the educational content provided on the SAGED platform, including but not limited to course materials, text, images, videos, presentations, and any other materials.

"SAGED platform" or “SAGED” refers to the online platform provided by us through which members access the online courses and related services.

“Services” refers to the features and functionalities available through our website, including registration, purchases, and participation in medical cannabis education activities designed for healthcare professionals.

"Standard Terms and Conditions" refer to the general terms and conditions that apply to the use of our website and other services provided by SAGED, available here [link], which are separate from and in addition to the terms specific to Membership in our online courses.

"Member" refers to an individual who has signed up for a Membership to access the online courses offered by us through the SAGED platform.

"Membership" refers to the status granted to users who have completed the registration process and agreed to these terms and conditions to access our course materials.

“User” refers to any individual who accesses, browses, registers for, or participates in the services provided on our website.

“User Contributions” refers to any content, including but not limited to comments, feedback, questions, reviews, or other materials, that users submit, post, or share on our website or related platforms.

"Website" refers to the online platform owned and operated by us accessible at https://saged.com.au, through which users can access the SAGED platform, together with information about the Content and other services provided.

1. Membership

1.1 To access our Content, you must become a Member by completing the registration process, providing accurate information, and agreeing to these terms and conditions.

1.2 Membership is personal to you and is non-transferable. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account and password. If we discover that you have shared or transferred details of your account and/or password we may immediately terminate your Membership.

1.3 Account Security: If you receive a user identification code, password, or any other confidential information as part of our security procedures, maintain its confidentiality and do not share it with third parties. We reserve the right to disable any user identification code or password, at our discretion, if you fail to comply with these terms or if we suspect any misuse. If you suspect unauthorised access to your account, promptly notify us at hello@saged.com.au.

2. Eligibility

2.1 Our website is intended for users who are at least 18 years old and are located in and using the site within Australia. We do not represent that our Content is applicable to or available in other locations. If you access our website from outside Australia, you do so at your own risk and are responsible for complying with local laws.

2.2 To become a member and access our Services, you must hold a valid and active Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) license number. We may request proof of your eligibility to access our Services upon registration of membership.

2.3 You undertake to provide and maintain your AHPRA license for the duration of your Membership with SAGED. If you cease holding a valid and active AHPRA license number, your Membership is deemed automatically cancelled, and you must notify us of this change and cease using SAGED.

3. Content

3.1 SAGED provides educational Content related to medical cannabis. The information provided is for educational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice.

3.2 We strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information; however, we do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any Content. You acknowledge that information may become outdated or inaccurate over time.

3.3 External Links: Our website may contain links to third-party sites and resources, including banner advertisements and sponsored links. These links are provided for information only, and we do not endorse the linked websites or their content. We have no control over these sites and resources, and accessing them is at your own risk, subject to their terms and conditions.

3.4 Our website may include content uploaded by other users, including comments and User Contributions. Such content is not verified or approved by us, and the views expressed by users do not represent our views. We may remove any user-generated content at our discretion.

3.5 User Contributions and interactions through social media features must comply with applicable laws and regulations. User Contributions must not contain offensive, infringing, illegal, deceptive, or harmful material. We reserve the right to remove any content that violates these standards.

4. Learning Credits

4.1 Users must sign up for a SAGED membership plan to purchase learning credits. Membership plans are available in three tiers: Free, Standard and Premium.

4.2 Credit Allocation on a Standard Membership: Users on the Standard plan will receive 1 learning credit per month.

4.3 Credit Allocation on a Premium Membership: Users on the Premium plan will receive unlimited learning credits per month.

4.4 Purchasing and Using Learning Credits: Users can purchase additional learning credits as add-ons. Learning credits function as a currency to purchase, redeem, or enrol in Content on the SAGED platform.

4.5 Expiry of Add-on Learning Credits: These credits expire 12 months from the date of purchase if not used prior.

4.6 Expiry of Monthly Learning Credits: Credits included as part of a limited-credit membership plan expire within 90 days of issue if not used prior.

4.7 Refunds and Exchanges of Learning Credits: All transactions involving learning credits are non-refundable, except as required under Australian Consumer Law (ACL). If you believe you are entitled to a refund or exchange under ACL, please contact our support team at hello@saged.com.au.

5. Selected Membership Duration

5.1 All paid Membership plans are subject to an initial 12-month minimum term commitment, after which cancellation or downgrade of your Membership may occur.

5.2 When signing up for a Membership, you may have the option to select a duration for your Membership, such as monthly or annually. This selection determines how you are billed but does not alter the 12-month initial term commitment.

5.3 If you select a specific payment schedule for your Membership, your Membership will automatically renew at the end of each period unless you cancel it in accordance with Section 6 of these terms and conditions.

5.4 The selected payment schedule may affect the Membership fees applicable to your Membership. Please refer to our pricing and Membership options on our website for more information on the fees associated with different payment schedules.

5.5 Prior to the end of each Membership duration, we will notify you of any changes to the Membership fees or terms and conditions that may apply to the renewal.

5.6 If you wish to make any changes to your Membership, such as upgrading or downgrading your Membership plan, you may do so on our website, or contact us at hello@saged.com.au to discuss your options.

5.7 If you wish to terminate your Membership before the end of the selected duration, please refer to Section 6 of these terms and conditions for information on how to cancel your Membership and any applicable obligations.

6. Cancellation of Membership

6.1 You may cancel your Membership at any time on the website, or by providing written notice to hello@saged.com.au; however, your cancellation will take effect only after the completion of the 12-month initial term. If you cancel before the end of the 12-month term, you remain responsible for any outstanding Membership fees for the remainder of the term.

6.2 Membership fees are non-refundable, and cancellation does not entitle you to a refund of any fees already paid.

7. Payment

7.1 Membership fees are payable in advance and (to the extent permitted by law) are non-refundable, even if your Membership is cancelled under sections 5 or 6 of these terms and conditions. By signing up for a Membership, you authorise us to charge your chosen payment method for the Membership fees.

7.2 All paid Membership plans are subject to a minimum 12-month initial term commitment. You may choose to pay for your Membership on a monthly or annual basis, but this does not alter the 12-month initial commitment period.

7.3 If you select a monthly payment option, payments must be made in full each month for the duration of the initial 12-month term.

7.4 If you select an annual payment option, your Membership fee for the entire 12-month period must be paid upfront.

8. Intellectual Property

8.1 All Content, including but not limited to text, images, videos, and presentations, are the intellectual property of SAGED and are protected by copyright laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works based on our Content without our prior written consent.

9. Privacy

9.1 We value your privacy and we work hard to protect the information you provide to us. Our Privacy Policy is incorporated into the Terms, and sets out how we will collect, use, store, disclose and dispose of your personal information and can be found at [link/above/below].

10. Limitation of Liability

10.1 Other than as expressly set out in these Terms or as required by law, we make no express or implied warranties in relation to the SAGED Platform. You expressly agree that use of the SAGED Platform is at your sole risk. We do not warrant that the SAGED Platform will be uninterrupted or error-free. We do not warrant any outcomes from your use of the SAGED Platform, or information or content provided through the SAGED Platform.

10.2 We do not warrant that the SAGED Platform will be available at any time. You acknowledge that the SAGED Platform may be unavailable for a number of reasons, including due to matters beyond our control, and you must not hold us accountable in respect of the SAGED Platform not being available at any time. We do not warrant that Your use of the SAGED Platform will meet any particular performance criteria.

10.3 We do not warrant or make any representations concerning the completeness, timeliness, suitability or accuracy of any material on or linked to the SAGED Platform, or that access to the Platform will be uninterrupted, timely or secure.

10.4 To the extent permitted by law, you agree that we are not liable for any loss or claim by you (whether arising in contract, tort, under statute or otherwise) for any direct, indirect, special, incidental, consequential loss, damages or injury including loss of profits, revenue or data arising out of or in connection with your Membership or the use of the SAGED Platform, or the completeness, timeliness, suitability or accuracy of any material or information on the SAGED Platform.

10.5 By using our website, you acknowledge your acceptance of these terms of use and agree to comply with them. If you do not agree with these terms, please refrain from using our website or accessing our Services.

10.6 While we strive to maintain a secure website, we do not guarantee freedom from bugs, viruses, or malicious code. You are responsible for configuring your technology and using antivirus software.

10.7 You may link to our home page in a fair and legal manner, but not in a way that implies endorsement or association with us. Do not frame or mirror our site or link to parts other than the home page. We may withdraw linking permission without notice.

11. Termination

11.1 We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your Membership at any time if you breach these terms and conditions or engage in conduct that we deem inappropriate.

12. Changes to Terms

12.1 We reserve the right to modify these Terms and Conditions at any time. Users will be notified of material changes. Continued use of the platform following any modifications signifies acceptance of the new terms.

13. Governing Law

13.1 These terms are governed by the laws of Victoria, Australia. Any disputes will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Victoria.

14. Additional Terms

14.1 These terms and conditions are in addition to any standard terms and conditions that apply to our website and other services. In the event of any conflict between these terms and any standard terms and conditions, these terms specific to Membership shall prevail for members of the SAGED platform.

15. Discount Offers

15.1 From time to time, SAGED may offer discounts on Membership fees or Learning Credits ("Discount Offers"). These Discount Offers may be subject to specific terms and conditions, which will be communicated at the time of the offer.

15.2 To be eligible for a Discount Offer, you may be required to meet certain criteria, such as being a new member, purchasing a specific Membership plan, or entering a promotional code at the time of purchase.

15.3 The terms and duration of Discount Offers may vary, and SAGED reserves the right to modify or terminate any Discount Offer at any time without prior notice.

15.4 If you are eligible for a Discount Offer, you may redeem the offer by following the instructions provided at the time of the offer. Failure to comply with the specified instructions may result in the offer not being applied to your purchase.

15.5 Discount Offers may not be combined with any other offers or promotions unless explicitly stated otherwise. Only one Discount Offer may be applied per transaction unless otherwise permitted by SAGED.

15.6 Each Discount Offer will have an expiration date or validity period, after which the offer will no longer be valid. Expired Discount Offers cannot be redeemed or applied to future purchases.

15.7 SAGED reserves the right to verify the eligibility of users for Discount Offers and to revoke or refuse to honour any Discount Offer if it determines, in its sole discretion, that the offer has been obtained or used in violation of these terms and conditions.

16. Contact Information

16.1 For any queries or concerns regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact our support team at hello@saged.com.au.

17. Declaration

17.1 By signing up for a Membership, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to these terms and conditions, and any updates published from time to time in accordance with section 12.

Thank you for using our website and Services. Your compliance with these terms ensures a safe and valuable experience for all users.

Introduction

Welcome to the Montu group of companies and businesses. 

Montu includes Montu Group Pty Ltd (ABN 35 634 198 360) and its wholly-owned subsidiaries Alternaleaf Pty Ltd, and Leafio Pty Ltd, as well as all its businesses including uMeds and Saged (Montu, we, us, our) and applies to all business conducted by Montu in Australia.

Our Policy applies to everyone that uses our Services or browses, accesses, or provides information to us including on or through our Platforms (collectively and individually, You or Your). 

Terms means the terms of service with each of us and any one of us, our Policy and any other agreement with us that You accept

Personal Information means information or an opinion about an identified individual, and other information within the meaning of that term in the Privacy Act including Health Information

Health Information means personal information about a person’s health, health services provided to them, information collected in providing health services to them and other information within the meaning of that term in the Privacy Act

Medicine means medicine prescribed by a prescribing practitioner.

Pharmacy means any one or more of the network of pharmacies we engage with to supply Medicine.

Platform means any one or more of the websites, digital media and service platforms we use to provide the Services. 

Services means the services each of us provide as described in the Terms.

Staff means people employed by us or contracted to us to provide the Services. 

Health Care Practitioners means Staff comprising medical practitioners (doctors), registered nurses and enrolled nurses and other clinical staff.

Fee means the fee or fees we charge in accordance with this Policy.

Policy means this privacy policy as updated from time to time.

We encourage our partners to adopt the Policy and when they do, this Policy applies to them as well.

Our Policy details how we manage Your Personal Information, including the rights You have and the choices available to You concerning Your Personal Information. We also explain the various ways You can get in touch with Us regarding Our privacy and data protection practices.

We have adopted the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) contained in the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) (Privacy Act). The APPs govern the way in which we collect, use, process, store, disclose, transfer and dispose of your Personal Information. A copy of the Australian Privacy Principles can be obtained from the website of the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) at www.aoic.gov.au

Further information about the Services provided by our Australian businesses are set out in the Terms for those businesses on our Platforms, which currently include:

• Alternaleaf - telehealth clinic
• uMeds - service platform to facilitate the purchase and delivery of Medicine from Pharmacies
• Leafio - medicine distributor 
• Saged - Medicine education platform for healthcare professionals 
• Montu Medical - product information for healthcare professionals

Websites operated by us

We operate the following websites to provide our Services:

https://www.montugroup.com/

https://www.montu.com.au/

https://www.alternaleaf.com.au/

https://shop.leafio.com.au/  

https://saged.com.au/  

https://www.umeds.com

https://www.umeds.com.au

https://www.circuit.montu.com.au 

https://pre-screening.alternaleaf.com.au/

https://pre-consult.alternaleaf.com.au/

Personal Information We Collect 

We collect Your Personal Information when you use our Services including the Platform.  

Information we collect directly from you

We may collect Personal Information you give us directly through some of the following means:

• hen you use the Platform
• when you make an inquiry or order in relation to our Services including through the Platform 
• when you contact us by telephone or in correspondence, including when you complete a form or communicate with us through the Platform, or write to us by email
• while conducting customer satisfaction and market research surveys
• when providing any of our Services

We may record interactions You have with Staff. You will be informed at the commencement of the recording.

Information we collect directly from third parties

We may collect Personal Information from third parties including:

• prescriptions issued to You by third parties
• health records relating to You created or held by third parties
• other information created, held or known by third parties relevant to the provision of our Services to You
• other information created, held or known by third parties relevant to Medicine supplied to You.  

Information we collect indirectly

We and our third-party business partners, including analytics and advertising partners, may automatically collect Personal Information including through cookies or similar technologies when you use our Platform. This includes your browser type, operating system, pages viewed, interactions, links clicked, IP address, visit duration, referring URL, and search terms. Our partners may also track your online activities over time and across different websites and services. See the section on Cookies and Tracking Tools.

Information we collect from other sources

We and our third-party business partners may collect Personal Information about you from other sources, such as public databases, social media platforms, and third parties. 

Examples include databases containing Personal Information about:

• Your contact or financial details 
• licensing of healthcare professionals
• Your prescriptions for Medicine issued by third parties such as state health Safe Script databases
• Your past and current healthcare, symptoms, diagnoses and treatment plans

How we use Personal Information

We may use your Personal Information in the following ways:

To Provide Services to You

We use your Personal Information to:

• Conduct our business
• Provide our Services to you
• Provide customer service to you and respond to enquiries
• Communicate with you
• Customise our marketing programs and campaigns
• Send you alerts, announcements, invitations, and other information about products, brands, and health topics

To Connect You with Third Parties 

We may connect you with third parties to provide our Services. If you use this function, your use will be governed by the third party's privacy policy and terms. We recommend carefully reviewing the privacy policies and terms of these third parties.
Third parties may include:

• Partner Pharmacies 
• Partner delivery services 
• Suppliers or sponsors of Medicine

To Validate Your Ability to Access Services and Information

Certain products, services, and information we provide may be tailored for and accessible to individuals who meet specific eligibility criteria. In such instances, we may verify your eligibility to access these offerings. 

Examples include:

• Certain information intended solely for registered healthcare professionals. We may use information gathered directly from you and external sources to confirm your eligibility to access this information.
• Eligibility to utilise our patient services. We may use details such as Medicare card details and Individual Healthcare Identifier (IHI) to identify an individual for health care purposes

To Improve Our Services 

We aim to continuously improve our Services while ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

We use Personal Information for data analysis, understanding product impact, understanding impact of our Services, tracking and addressing concerns, fraud prevention, quality, training, improvement and efficient delivery of our Services to You and product development. 

We use Personal Information to meet regulatory monitoring and reporting obligations, including adverse events, product complaints, and patient safety.

For Marketing Purposes

We may use your Personal Information to communicate updates about new features, events, or products that may interest you, based on your interactions on the Platform and with your consent for using cookies. You may unsubscribe from our mailing/marketing lists at any time by contacting us in writing. To learn more, refer to the Cookies and Tracking Tools Section.

In Aggregated and De-identified Form

We may aggregate and de-identify Personal Information collected through the use of our Services. By aggregating data, we consolidate information we obtain to gain insights into trends and patterns that can inform our business decisions and improve user experiences.

When we de-identify data that was originally based on Personal Information, we ensure that any identifiable details are removed so that individuals cannot be identified or reidentified. This data allows us to analyse broader trends and behaviours without compromising individual privacy. It is our commitment to maintain the de-identified status of this data.

How We Disclose Personal Information

We may disclose your Personal Information as follows:

Within Our Family of Companies 

Montu may share your Personal Information among our subsidiaries for the purposes outlined in this Policy.

With Providers 

We may engage other companies and individuals to perform services on our behalf, and we may collaborate with others for specific products or services (collectively and individually, Providers). Providers may have access to Personal Information, which may include through the use of cookies, and similar technologies, to carry out their responsibilities. Examples of Providers include: 

• credit card processors 
• Sale platform providers (Shopify)
• customer support providers 
• email and SMS service providers
• web hosting and development companies
• data warehouse providers 
• Medicine suppliers, sponsors and distributors
• pharmacies 
• delivery partners.

To Comply with Law and Protect Individuals

We may disclose your Personal Information to a third party if authorised under the Privacy Act, including if we are required or authorised by or under law. For example, if we are required to respond to a subpoena, court order, or to comply with a regulatory requirement.

We may disclose your Personal Information if we consider it necessary to ensure the safety of an individual or other members of the public. For example where Staff identify serious concerns for the immediate safety or welfare of any person, we may report this to emergency services.

Aggregate/De-identified Data

We may share aggregated or de-identified data, which does not personally identify individuals, with third parties for purposes permitted by applicable law.

Cookies And Tracking Tools

We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies (collectively and separately, cookies) to enhance our understanding, customise and improve user experiences on our Platforms and use of our Services, and to manage our advertising and analytics initiatives. 

Cookies may fall within the following categories:

Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for the Platforms to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas of the website.

Performance and Analytics Cookies: These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Platforms by collecting information anonymously. This data helps us improve the performance of our website.

Functionality Cookies: These cookies allow the Platforms to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, more personalised features.

Advertising Cookies: These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are more relevant to you and your interests. They may also be used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You can manage your cookie preferences through your web browser settings. Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings, which may include the ability to delete cookies or block certain types of cookies. However, please note that blocking cookies may affect your experience on the Platform and limit its functionality.

Third-Party Cookies

We may also use cookies provided by third-party for analytics, advertising, and other purposes. These cookies are subject to the respective privacy policies of these third parties. We do not guarantee links or policy of third parties.

Cross Border Transfer

We may use Providers for Services such as software and system development, communication networks and data storage. Your personal information may be accessed from, transferred to, and/or stored outside Australia. The data protection laws in that country may be of a lower standard than those in Australia.  We will, in all circumstances, safeguard the Personal Information as set out in this Policy.

Use Of AI Function

We use artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to:

• Enhance service functionality and performance
• Personalise user experiences
• Automate tasks
• Analyse user behaviour

We may share Personal Information collected through our AI functions in the same way as we share other Personal Information as set out in this Policy.

Security And Retention 

Your Personal Information is stored in a manner that reasonably protects it from misuse and loss and from unauthorised access, modification or disclosure.

When your Personal Information is no longer needed for the purpose for which it was obtained, we will take reasonable steps to destroy or permanently de-identify your Personal Information. However, most of the Personal Information is or will be stored in client files which will be kept by us for a minimum of 7 years in accordance with Health Record legislation requirements.

Accessing And Updating Your Personal Information 

You may access the Personal Information we hold about you. We will take reasonable steps to make sure that your Personal Information is accurate, complete and up-to-date. If you find that the Personal Information we have is not up-to-date or is inaccurate, please advise us as soon as practicable so we can update our records and ensure we can continue to provide quality services to you. If you wish to access your Personal Information, please contact the Privacy Officer in writing at Privacy@montu.com.au 

In order to protect your Personal Information we may require identification from you before releasing the requested information. We will not charge any fee for your access request, but may charge an administrative fee for providing a copy of your Personal Information.

Privacy Policy Complaints and Enquiries 

If you have any queries or complaints about our Privacy Policy please contact the Privacy Officer in writing:

Level 18/1 Nicholson St, East Melbourne VIC 3002

By email: Privacy@montu.com.au

Changes 

We reserve the right to change the terms of this Policy from time to time, without notice to you. An up-to-date copy of our Policy is available on our Platform and we encourage you to check our Platform periodically to make sure you are aware of the current terms of the Policy.