Brief Run-down of the Website and it's aims (last updated 27 January 2008)
MyOnline has been designed for community members to communicate with each other and to use the internet more effectively.
You can use the site to find a business, find work, sell second hand goods, find information and much, much more…
To use the site it is important that we know where you are so we can make sure we provide you with information relevant to your location. You can do this by entering your address in the "Set My Location" box. Once we know where you are you can browse and search through the site knowing that the listings and information shown are close to home. Google Mapping also provides a geographical aid in finding particular items/places of interest.
MyOnline is all about contributions from the general public and local businesses. In order to place advertisements, promote your business and contribute to the site in general, you must become a member of MyOnline.
There are three (3) types of membership:
- Community - this is for the general public and membership is free. Once you're a MyOnline community member you can post advertisements, list items for sale, share your opinions and much, much more… If you need any assistance in using the site, please contact us.
- Clubs - MyOnline is a channel for communicating with members in your Club. You can also let other people know the purpose of your club and that your club exists in their community. This is a free facility for Clubs.
- Business - for $195 (GST Inclusive) per year businesses receive advertising on the MyOnline site. You can control the marketing of your business by editing your business profile anytime you choose. If your Business has a website you can link to it through MyOnline.com.au. You are also able to place job vacancies for free.
Types and Costs of Membership
To add content to the website you need to register and log in as a member.
The type of member you select will determine the following:
- the specific areas you can search;
- the specific areas you can add content to; and
- cost of Membership.
Membership is free for all Clubs and Community Members.
There is an advertising fee of $195 (GST inclusive) per annum for Business Members to advertise in the Business Directory.
(Please note: Funeral Directors require prior approval from MyOnline Pty Ltd.)
To Register as a Member
To register you need a Username which is your email address and a password that you select. Your email address will then be validated by the system and a confirmation email will then be sent to you. Check your Spam folder if you do not receive this confirmation email. When you receive the email click on the confirmation link to be re-directed back to the website. (A new window may open if your Browser is set up to do so).
When you are registered you can then add content to the areas you have access to.
If you are registered as a business member you have seven (7) days to pay your account until your membership is de-activated. If you would like more information regarding this facility please email support@myonline.com.au
Features of MyOnline.com.au
Login - You can search the website without logging in, however, to add content you are required to register and log in.
Place an Ad - Depending upon your member type you can add content to various sections of this website.
Members Page - this is your own secure web area. You can do another of things including the following:
- My Profile - if you own a business or run a club this page displays your webpage.
- Manage my listings - this is a convenient index of what you can do and what listings you currently have on the website.
- You can edit your details
- If you're a Business you can view the "Looking for Work" Section
Set My Location - There are three (3) ways to set your location for your searches:
- by logging in; or
- by selecting another area within a specific search engine (eg. Employment); or
- by setting 'Set my location' to another area. This will set the location for all search engines to this new area.
Find a Business - This is a Business Directory of local businesses from your set location.
Clubs - Club members can communicate with each other. You can also advertise your Club to attract new members.
For Sale – For free - you can notify your community of items you wish to buy or sell.
What's On - This feature lets you know what's happening in your area. Clubs and approved Businesses can advertise their events free of charge.
Employment - this is a database of jobs available in your area.
Looking for Work - this is a secure database that only subscribing businesses can search so you feel safer in knowing that not just anybody can see your personal details.
Job Alert - this facility emails you new jobs in your area that fit your criteria.
Announcements - this is a place you can publish local items of interest you would like to tell your community. Please ensure that what you add here is true and accurate to the best of your knowledge.
My Say - Have your say and respond to other's point of view in an interactive way with your Community.
Lost and Found - Let your Community know immediately so you have more chance to find your lost item
Garage Sales - Advertise your garage sale so more people turn up
Meeting People - Want to find friend? Or someone special? Do it on-line.
Business Centre - a comprehensive Business support centre that's packed full of resource to help you improve the success of your business
Searching the Website
Most of the website can be accessed by the public.
Exceptions are:-
- ‘Work Wanted' listings. This is a secure database that can only be searched by a subscribing Business.
- Other Member's 'Member Pages'
Adding Content to the Website
All Members can add content.
Exceptions are:-
- Only Business Members can 'Create a Job Vacancy'
- Only approved Clubs and Businesses can add to 'What's On'
- Only approved Funeral Directors can add 'Funeral Notices'
- Only Members over the age of 18 can add their profile to the 'Meeting People' section.
Rules for Using MyOnline.com.au
MyOnline.com.au is a good concept in bringing the Community together and in using the Internet more effectively. It's here for you, your friends and family to use.
But for everyone's benefit there are some rules that everyone will need to abide by:-
- When registering as a Member you need to agree to the Terms and Conditions because they're here to protect us all;
- When adding to the Website be mindful of how it will affect your other Community members;
- You're responsible for everything you add to the website. MyOnline Pty Ltd is not liable for anything you add;
- Don't disclose your password to others as you will be responsible for what is added to the website under your username/password;
- Don't add content about other people's personal lives without their consent. This also includes registering as another person. Don’t make statements that could be defamatory in nature.
- Don't add the same content numerous times;
- Don't add photos or images that you don't own;
- Offensive material will be edited or removed from the website as soon as we become aware of it. If you find something on the website that you take offence to please contact legal@myonline.com.au immediately;
- MyOnline.com.au allows you to communicate your news to other people in your community. Make sure that the content that you add is true and accurate to the best of your knowledge. When you read the content other members have added take heed in relying upon it's authenticity;
- MySay allows you to express your views and to respond to other member's views. Please think carefully of the consequences of your comments. Remember we're here to build the community together not rip it apart. Be especially careful that you don't defame another individual or business;
- In the Meeting People section you need to be at least 18 years of age to add your profile;
- Keep it clean. Meeting People is here to facilitate the union of people for such events as friendships, something special or a shopping trip get-together. Don't ruin it for others;
- The For Sale feature is purely a means to notify others of your items you wish to buy or sell. Please note that you buy and sell at your own risk;
- If you sell your item please remove your advertisement from the website.
- Any items added to the website that you haven't been charged for will be removed by administration after a certain period of time;
- MyOnline will allow a Business or Club to link to their own website. However, the website you link to must be owned by your Business or Club. No linking to foreign websites.
If you need assistance please contact support@myonline.com.au.
If you find something offensive please contact our Due Diligence Officer on legal@myonline.com.au.
