Intellectual property policy

Our approach to policy lets you take part in government decision-making in relation to intellectual property (IP) policies and legislation.

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Design rights Patents Plant breeders rights Trade marks

Consultation groups

We facilitate consultation groups for trade marks and design rights, patents and plant breeder's rights. Each group discuss issues and exchange ideas to help improve the intellectual property (IP) system.  

Trade marks Design rights Patents Plant breeders rights

IP legislation in Australia

In Australia, intellectual property (IP) rights are protected by federal legislation and common law.

Our research

As part of our goal to continuously improve our products and services, research is one of our core activities.