Intellectual Property
Advisory Council on Intellectual Property (ACIP)
The Advisory Council on Intellectual Property (ACIP) is an independent body appointed by the government, and advises the Federal Minister for Industry, Tourism and Resources on intellectual property matters and the strategic administration of IP Australia.
Commonwealth Copyright Administration
Commonwealth Copyright Administration (CCA) is responsible for the management of copyright in published materials on behalf of Commonwealth agencies. Requests for permission to reproduce Commonwealth of Australia copyright material can be submitted electronically using the copyright request form on this website or by letter.
Copyright
Attorney-General's Department's index page provides general information on copyright in Australia. Also provides links to key legislation and other related websites.
Copyright Aware
The Copyright Aware Website is a source of news, ideas and resources for schools on responsible information use and copyright law.
Copyright Law Review Committee (CLRC)
The Copyright Law Review Committee (CLRC) was formerly a part-time committee appointed by the Attorney-General to consider and report on specific matters referred to it. The committee is no longer in existence.
Intellectual Property
Issues and policies relating to the creation, exploitation and access to copyright material have changed dramatically with the development of new digital technologies and the new opportunities provided by the Internet. The Digital Content Branch provides advice on the regulation of intellectual property.
IP Australia
IP Australia is the government agency responsible for the registration of patents, trade marks and designs. This site contains information about how to protect and gain maximum benefit from your intellectual property. The IP Australia website provides online services and search facilities, as well as a substantial list of resources and links.
IP Toolbox
IP Toolbox is an online guide to the practical use and management of intellectual property (IP) in your business. This unique resource covers IP issues and concepts and is an essential guide for all IP owners and managers.
Professional Standards Board for Patent and Trade Mark Attorneys
The Professional Standards Board administers the regulatory and disciplinary regimes for Patent and Trade Mark attorneys in Australia.
