The introduction of a 12-month ‘grace period’ is a small win that packs a big punch for the furnishing sector! Now (or very soon), a 12-month buffer will apply prior to applying for design registration! [...]
IP Australia, the department tasked with managing design registrations, trade marks and patents (but not copyright), reached out to the ADA® to consult on the review into design systems that was announced early [...]
PRODUCTIVITY COMMISSION – OUR ADA CAMPAIGN During 2016-17 the Federal Government held an independent inquiry by the Productivity Commission (PCIP) to explore Australian Intellectual Property and Copyright [...]
