IP Australia is open for business and continues to be committed to its customers and stakeholders. We are closely monitoring the latest information about the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. Please refer to the Business continuity and the Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak page last updated 16 November 2020 for the most up to date information. We acknowledge these are challenging and uncertain times for everyone.
For information on new government support for business see Business.gov.au.
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3 December 2020 On 2 December 2020 the Designs Amendment (Advisory Council on Intellectual Property Response) Bill 2020 was introduced into the Senate and is currently before Parliament for consideration. Find out more about how this Bill may benefit you. |
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16 November 2020 The Australian Government, and in turn IP Australia is taking this issue seriously, activating necessary precautions in line with our Business Continuity Plan (BCP). |
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16 November 2020 Do you want to learn more about commercialising your plant breeder’s right (PBR) overseas? We spoke to fifth-generation apple grower, Allan McLean, about how he found success overseas with his apple variety. |
 Sunday 5th December Did you miss a webinar? Watch all of our webinars on demand now. |
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As part of our commitment to improving our agency and the Australian intellectual property system, we regularly call for submissions from the public.
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