1. Introduction
These Terms of Use govern access to and use of The Shearing Board™ (“Platform”), operated by ShearCore Limited (“we”, “us”, “our”).
By accessing or using the Platform, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, you must not use the Platform.
2. Purpose of the Platform
The Platform is designed to assist with:
- Shearing job management and scheduling
- Staff allocation and coordination
- Animal welfare reporting
- Health & safety tracking
- Operational and compliance record keeping
The Platform is a support tool only and does not replace professional judgement, legal obligations, or industry responsibilities.
3. User Accounts
To use certain features, you may be required to create an account. You agree to:
- Provide accurate and up-to-date information
- Keep login details secure
- Be responsible for all activity under your account
You must not share accounts or allow unauthorised access.
4. User Responsibilities
You agree to:
- Use the Platform lawfully and responsibly
- Enter accurate and truthful data
- Ensure all records (including tallies, reports, and logs) are correct
- Comply with all applicable laws and industry standards
You must not:
- Enter false, misleading, or fraudulent information
- Misuse or interfere with the Platform
- Attempt to copy, reverse engineer, or exploit any part of the Platform
- Use the Platform in a way that could harm others or the business
5. Data Ownership, Use and Sharing
You retain ownership of the data you enter into the Platform.
By using the Platform, you grant ShearCore Limited the right to store, process, and manage your data as necessary to provide the service.
Data Sharing Default — Anonymous
By default, aggregated and anonymised operational data (from which all identifying information has been removed) may be shared with wool industry bodies, assurance scheme administrators, government agencies, and research organisations for the purposes of industry analytics, compliance reporting, and product improvement. No farm name, property identification code (PIC), contractor name, staff name, or any other identifying information is included in anonymous data.
You may change your data sharing preference at any time — to Private (no external sharing) or Identified (full audit evidence shared with relevant scheme bodies, requires separate farm-level consent). Contractors manage this in Business Settings. Farmers manage this on their farm record.
We will not sell identifiable personal or business data to third parties without your explicit consent.
6. Platform Availability
We aim to provide a reliable service, however:
- The Platform may not be available at all times
- Maintenance, updates, or outages may occur
- Features may change, improve, or be removed
We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free operation.
7. Fees and Payment (When Applicable)
Some features of the Platform may be subject to fees. Where applicable:
- Pricing will be clearly communicated
- Payment terms will be agreed at the time of subscription
- Failure to pay may result in suspension or termination of access
8. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by New Zealand law:
- The Platform is provided “as is”
- We make no guarantees regarding accuracy, reliability, or outcomes
ShearCore Limited is not liable for:
- Errors or omissions in user-entered data
- Decisions made based on Platform information
- Operational, financial, or compliance outcomes
- Animal welfare or health & safety incidents
Use of the Platform is at your own risk.
9. Compliance Disclaimer
The Platform supports compliance with:
- Animal Welfare Act
- Health and Safety at Work Act
- Industry assurance programmes
However:
- Use of the Platform does not guarantee compliance
- Users remain fully responsible for meeting all legal obligations
10. Intellectual Property and Platform Protection
All rights in the Platform are owned by ShearCore Limited, including the software and code, design and user interface, branding and content, operational workflows and processes, compliance logic and field structures, assurance scheme integration methodology, and all databases and data structures.
The trade marks The Shearing Board™ and ShearCore™ are registered trade marks of ShearCore Limited. You must not use these trade marks without prior written permission.
You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable right to use the Platform for its intended purpose only.
You must not, and must not permit others to:
- Copy, reproduce, distribute, or commercialise any part of the Platform
- Reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble, or attempt to derive the source code, architecture, or methodology of the Platform
- Create, develop, or commercialise any substantially similar platform for shearing contractor or agricultural workforce management, whether during the term of your use or for a period of 24 months following termination (this restraint is limited to New Zealand and Australia and is considered reasonable given the specific and specialised nature of the Platform)
- Use Platform data, outputs, or methodology to train, fine-tune, or develop artificial intelligence or machine learning models
- White-label, resell, sub-license, or provide Platform access to third parties
- Remove, obscure, or alter any intellectual property notices
Any feedback, suggestions, or ideas you provide regarding the Platform become the intellectual property of ShearCore Limited without compensation.
Breach of this clause may cause irreparable harm for which monetary damages are an inadequate remedy. ShearCore Limited is entitled to seek injunctive relief without the requirement to prove actual damages.
11. Termination and Data
We may suspend or terminate access to the Platform if:
- These Terms are breached
- The Platform is misused
- There is risk to users, data, or the business
Users may stop using the Platform at any time.
Data on Termination
- Users may request a copy of their data within a reasonable timeframe after termination
- We may retain data for a reasonable period to meet legal, operational, or compliance obligations
- After that period, data may be securely deleted
11A. Multi-Tenant Data Isolation
The Platform is a multi-tenant system. Each contractor's data is logically isolated and is not accessible to other contractors. ShearCore Limited implements technical and organisational measures to enforce this isolation. You must not attempt to access, copy, or interfere with another contractor's data.
12. Indemnity
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless ShearCore Limited from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses arising from:
- Your misuse of the Platform
- Breach of these Terms
- Inaccurate or misleading data entered by you
13. Third-Party Services
The Platform may integrate with third-party services (e.g. Google services).
We are not responsible for:
- Availability or performance of those services
- Any data handling outside our control
14. Privacy
Use of the Platform is also governed by our Privacy Policy.
15. Trial Use
Where the Platform is provided on a trial basis:
- Trial users are also subject to any separate Trial or Pilot Agreement
- In the event of inconsistency, the Trial Agreement will take precedence
16. Dispute Resolution
If a dispute arises:
- The parties agree to first attempt to resolve the matter in good faith
- If unresolved, the parties agree to attempt mediation before taking legal action
17. Changes to Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. Updated Terms will be made available within the Platform or website. Continued use of the Platform constitutes acceptance of any changes.
18. Governing Law
For users based in New Zealand: these Terms are governed by the laws of New Zealand and the parties submit to the non-exclusive jurisdiction of the New Zealand courts.
For users based in Australia: these Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Victoria, Australia, and the parties submit to the non-exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Victoria.
In all other cases, the laws of New Zealand apply.
19. Contact
For any questions about these Terms:
ShearCore Limited admin@shearcore.biz
Last updated: 23 June 2026