This September IP Australia will enable the option to submit 3D model files with Design applications via our eServices channel.
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Tools and resources
These simple tools and resources will help you make the next steps in your intellectual property journey.
IP Search
- Search patents
Australian (AusPat) | International - Search trade marks
Australian | International - Search designs
Australian (ADDS) | International - Search plant breeder's rights
PBR Database
News, events and media centre quicktab
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21 July 2017 |
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10 July 2017 We’ve established an intellectual property (IP) Mediation Referral Service for IP right holders to access mediation providers as a low cost and effective alternative to resolve IP related disputes. |
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5 July 2017 The IP Toolkit was created to help businesses and researchers navigate complex intellectual property (IP) issues through a range of resources. The updated version of the IP Toolkit is now available and we would welcome your feedback. |
 Wednesday 16th August at 12:00pm - Wednesday 16th August at 1:00pm Join us for an introductory designs workshop via webinar. At 12:00pm on Wednesday 16 August 2017 |
 Wednesday 13th September at 12:00pm - Wednesday 13th September at 1:00pm Join us for an introductory trade marks workshop via webinar. At 12:00pm on Wednesday 13 September 2017 |
 Thursday 5th October at 12:00pm - Thursday 5th October at 1:00pm Join us for an introductory patents workshop via webinar. At 12:00pm on Thursday 5 October 2017 |
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27 July 2017 We’ve developed a suite of videos to help you prepare for searching our trade mark database and conducting both quick and advanced searches. |
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28 June 2017 In our first guest blog, brand expert Christine Moody discusses how to protect your brand identity and important steps to consider before lodging a trade mark application. |
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28 June 2017 From Sunday 2 July to Sunday 9 July, Australia celebrates the National Aborigines and Islanders Day Observance Committee (NAIDOC) week. We’re taking this time to celebrate and recognise the inventiveness of our Indigenous people. |
