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Privacy advisory

Build trust, reduce risk, and support compliance with robust privacy practices tailored to your organisation.

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Privacy matters now more than ever

Strong privacy practices protect mission-critical data, uplift your organisation’s reputation, build trust, and can reduce your exposure to regulatory risk. With the right approach, transform privacy from a legal obligation into a competitive advantage.

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Safeguard your organisation with privacy advisory

Privacy is a business-critical function and a clear signal of your organisation’s integrity. Advanta Advisory acts as a true partner, working alongside your team to help you navigate privacy regulations such as the Privacy Act 1988, protect sensitive data, mitigate risk, and maintain trust with practical, defensible strategies.

84%

of Australians want more control over how their information is collected and used

47M

data breaches were recorded in Australia in 2024, ranking 11th globally

Ready to strengthen your privacy practices?

Gain tailored advice and practical support around the Australian Privacy Principle 11 ‘Reasonable Steps’ to build privacy practices that hold up under scrutiny.

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Act now with a Privacy Act reasonable steps assessment

Evaluate how well your organisation aligns with Australian Privacy Principle 11 – Security of Personal Information with our Privacy Act Reasonable Steps Assessment. Advanta Advisory will help you assess the maturity of your current controls, identify key risks and gaps and provide actionable recommendations to strengthen your privacy posture.

This structured, evidence-based process provides clear insight into compliance risks, strategic improvement areas and steps to protect personal information and organisational reputation.

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Your privacy journey, simplified 

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Assess your current position

We help you identify key risks, evaluate your current APP 11 privacy posture, and review existing policies and practices.

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Translate expectations into action

Align strategies with regulatory requirements and turn privacy obligations into practical, operational steps.

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Build fit-for-purpose frameworks

Design and implement APP 11 privacy structures that work in practice and reflect your risk profile, scale, and resourcing.

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Ongoing strategic support

Access advisory support when you need it most, from incident response to board reporting and program uplift.

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Continuous improvement 

As privacy expectations evolve, so do we. Refine, adapt and strengthen your privacy practices over time with expert guidance.

Get strategic about privacy

Connect with an APP 11 privacy advisory expert to gain clarity, confidence and compliance support.

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FAQs

What is Privacy Advisory, and why does my organisation need it?

Privacy Advisory services provide expert guidance to help your organisation manage privacy risks, protect sensitive data and align with evolving regulatory and community expectations. With privacy obligations becoming more complex, advisory support can turn your policies and practices into practical, defensible frameworks that build trust and reduce your organisation’s exposure to risk.

How does Advanta Advisory support ongoing compliance?

Advanta Advisory provides continuous strategic support to help your organisation stay aligned with changing privacy laws and standards, including the Privacy Act 1988. Through regular reviews, risk assessments, and updates to frameworks and policies, we help you maintain robust privacy practices that stand up under scrutiny and adapt to emerging challenges.

Can you help organisations respond effectively to a data breach?

Yes. We provide advisory support to help organisations navigate breach response with confidence. This includes guidance on containment strategies, regulatory notification obligations, and risk mitigation steps. Where deeper forensic investigation is required, we help coordinate the right legal and technical partners, ensuring the response remains aligned with privacy compliance and preserves legal privilege where needed.

Do you provide privacy advisory services for specific industries?

We work with a range of sectors including healthcare, NFPs, education, professional services, and regional Queensland businesses. Our approach is tailored to the unique privacy challenges and regulatory environments relevant to each industry.

How does Privacy Officer as a Service (POaaS) work?

POaaS provides your organisation with dedicated privacy expertise without the need for a full-time hire. Advanta Advisory acts as your external Privacy Officer, managing compliance oversight, risk management, training, and advisory duties, providing your organisation with flexible, cost-effective access to privacy leadership and support.
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Talk to a privacy advisor who understands the pressures, risks and opportunities your organisation faces. Move beyond policy documents to real, defensible privacy outcomes.

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