Welcome to the Australian IP Report 2025
Discover the latest insights and research on the use of intellectual property (IP) rights in Australia, including patents, trade marks, design rights, plant breeder’s rights and copyright.
Michael Schwager
Director General, IP Australia
Chapters
Overview
An introduction to the key themes and findings of the 2025 IP Report.IP and the economy: Key roles and impacts
An examination of the critical role of IP in driving economic growth and innovation in Australia.
Chapter 1: Be a proactive IP user – timing IP for impact
Explore how the flexibility of the IP system supports diverse innovators and benefits businesses from idea to commercialisation.Chapter 2: Patents
Find out about the latest trends and statistics in patent applications and grants.Chapter 3: Trade marks
Insights into trade mark registration trends and their role in protecting brand identity.Chapter 4: Design rights
Understand the latest trends in design right filings and their role in safeguarding the visual appearance of products.
Chapter 5: Plant breeder's rights
Discover the latest trends in plant breeder's rights (PBR) filings.
Chapter 6: Copyright
Understand the latest developments in copyright law and its implications for creators and users.Chapter 7: Research program
An overview of IP Australia's research initiatives aimed at improving IP systems and policies.