Protect the value of your ideas
Intellectual property (IP) rights protect your ideas. We administer IP rights for trade marks, patents, designs and plant breeder's rights.
UNDERSTANDING IP
Which IP right do you need?
Learn about the different types of IP you can protect.
Trade marks
If you want to distinguish your goods or services from other businesses', you may need a trade mark.
Patents
If you have an inventive device, substance, method or process, you may need a patent.
Design rights
If you want to protect the unique appearance of a product, you may need a design right.
Plant breeder's rights (PBR)
If you have developed, or are developing a new plant variety, you may need a PBR.
IP SEARCH
Check if your idea's available
Before applying, search existing IP rights to make sure your idea is new.
Applying for rights overseas? Search the existing registrations in all relevant countries.
MANAGING IP
Want to get the most out of your idea?
Once you've registered your IP, it's up to you to manage it and enforce your rights.
Maintain your IP protection
To keep your IP right protected, you'll need to renew it on time.
Commercialise your IP
Profit from your protection by franchising your IP, or learn how you can collaborate with researchers to further your ideas.
Respond to infringement
If someone else is using your IP, it's important you respond quickly and appropriately.
IP for businesses
Protect your business with the IP basics
Protect your business in 5 easy steps by completing our IP education program for small businesses.
