FOR IP PROFESSIONALS

IP Reform - what you need to know

Reform written on a blackboard

Australia's intellectual property (IP) system has had its biggest overhaul in twenty years. The Intellectual Property Laws Amendment (Raising the Bar) Act comes into full effect on 15 April 2013.

 

With changes to patents, trade marks, copyright, designs and plant breeder's rights, how will the reforms impact you?

This article contains information on:

  • Stronger patents
  • Help for researchers
  • Less delays and a simpler IP system
  • Better enforcement
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TM Headstart

TM Headstart can provide you with an early assessment of the registrability of your trade mark. It is a fast, simple online service to assess the suitability of your proposed trade mark for registration.

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World IP Day

April 26 celebrates World IP Day and the role IP has in fostering and encouraging innovation and creativity around the world. This year we focus on Creativity: The Next Generation.

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