Effective Date: 24/02/2025
Last Updated: 24/02/2025

At Paperbark Capital, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of compliance, ethical responsibility, and regulatory transparency in our investment and business acquisition practices. We operate in accordance with Australian financial regulations, consumer protection laws, and corporate governance requirements to ensure the integrity of our services.

1. Regulatory Compliance

Paperbark Capital complies with all applicable Australian laws and regulations, including but not limited to:

• Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) – Governing business acquisitions, financial transactions, and investment practices.

• Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) Regulations – Ensuring compliance with corporate financial laws.

• Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) & Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) – Protecting client and investor data.

• Australian Consumer Law (ACL) – Guaranteeing transparency in financial dealings.

We continuously monitor regulatory updates and industry standards to maintain best practices in private capital investments and structured acquisitions.

2. Risk & Investment Disclosures

Investing in private capital markets and business acquisitions carries inherent risks. While we implement rigorous due diligence, market analysis, and financial structuring, we do not guarantee investment returns.

Key investment risks include:

• Market Volatility – Economic fluctuations may impact investment performance.

• Liquidity Risk – Some investments may have limited exit options.

• Regulatory Changes – Policy shifts may affect investment structures.

• Capital Loss – There is no absolute assurance of profit.

We encourage investors to seek independent financial advice before making any investment decisions.

3. Data Protection & Confidentiality

At Paperbark Capital, we take data security and confidentiality seriously.

• We collect, store, and manage personal and business data in compliance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth).

• We do not share investor or vendor information without prior consent, except where required by law.

• Our cybersecurity measures protect sensitive financial and transactional data from unauthorised access.

For more details, please refer to our Privacy Policy.

4. Ethical Investment & Corporate Governance

We operate with a strong ethical framework, ensuring that all transactions and investment activities align with:

• Fair and transparent business practices.

• Compliance with anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorism financing (CTF) laws.

• Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) considerations in our investment approach.

We partner with reputable investors and businesses that uphold the same ethical and legal standards.

5. Complaints & Dispute Resolution

Paperbark Capital is committed to handling any concerns or disputes in a fair and timely manner.

If you have a complaint regarding our services, please contact our Compliance Team at:

• Email: hello@paperbarkcapital.com.au

We will acknowledge all complaints within five business days and aim to resolve matters as efficiently as possible. If an issue cannot be resolved internally, clients may escalate their complaint to the Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA).

AFCA Contact Details:

• Website: www.afca.org.au

• Phone: 1800 931 678 (free call)

6. Updates to Compliance Policies

We may update this Compliance Statement from time to time to reflect changes in regulatory requirements or company policies. The latest version will always be available on our website.

We encourage clients and investors to review this page regularly to stay informed of any updates.

7. Contact Us

For any compliance-related inquiries, please reach out to our team:

Paperbark Capital Pty Ltd
Email: contact@paperbarkcapital.com.au
Website: www.paperbarkcapital.com.au