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Q&As on getting copyright
April 2009
This information is for general guidance only; it is not legal advice.
Look first at:
- copyright basics webpage
- getting copyright webpage
| question | answer | more |
|---|---|---|
| Where do I register my copyright for protection in Australia? | Under Australian law, there is no registration of copyright. Copyright rights come into existence at the same time as someone creates something which is a type of material that copyright protects. For example, copyright is automatically created by writing down a story; typing up a poem; shooting film footage; recording music; and taking a photo. Copyright protection is free: there are no procedures to follow or fees to pay. | |
| Is material from overseas protected by copyright? | As a result of Australia’s obligations under a number of international treaties, almost all copyright material created overseas is also protected in Australia under the Australian Copyright Act. | |
| Is material from Australia protected overseas? | As a result of a number of international treaties, copyright in material created by Australian residents, citizens and nationals is recognised in most countries overseas. For more information, see our information sheet Copyright protection in other countries. |