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Public consultation on exposure draft trade marks regulations

Published: 11 January 2019

We are currently seeking input on proposed changes to Australia’s trade marks regulations.

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Public consultation on proposed changes to the IP regulations has now closed

Published: 7 January 2019

Public consultation on proposed changes to the IP regulations has now closed. Thank you to all who provided submissions.

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Do you trade with New Zealand?

Published: 2 January 2019

On 19 December 2018, the New Zealand Government announced it was seeking submissions on lists of Geographical Indications (GIs) that the European Union is asking New Zealand to protect as part of negotiations for a free trade agreement. The lists include GIs for a range of foodstuffs, spirits and wines.

What is a Geographical Indication?

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Our Christmas shutdown

Published: 20 December 2018

Our office will be closing for Christmas at 5.00 pm AEDT on Monday, 24 December 2018. We will re-open at 9.00 am AEDT on Wednesday 2 January 2019.

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Upskill your IP knowledge with our new program

Published: 17 December 2018

We want to make it easier for you to understand what IP protection is right for you and how you can register for your own IP rights. Enter Upskill.

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Blockchain innovation in Australia

Published: 13 December 2018

New Patent Analytics Hub report on Blockchain innovation – trends, innovators and filing hot spots revealed

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Our response to the consultation on the Hague Agreement for designs

Published: 12 December 2018

From 29 March to 31 May 2018, IP Australia conducted a public consultation on an economic analysis of the estimated impacts of Australia joining the Hague Agreement for designs. We have now published a response to the submissions.