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Copyright for libraries and archives

The Australian Libraries Copyright Committee is the primary policy body for copyright issues affecting the library, archive and information sectors in Australia. We provide advocacy, government advice, training and resources.

Training

Find out about our face-to-face and online copyright training, free for most Australian librarians and archivists.
Resources

Free online resources about Australian copyright law for libraries and archives, from fact sheets to slides to publications.
Advocacy

Learn how we are fighting to make copyright work for libraries and archives.
News

Our latest news, including blog posts and media releases.
  • Seminars
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ALCC Library and Archive Copyright Training, Brisbane

Copyright knowledge and practical skills tailored to librarians and archivists.

Event Date: 28 Feb 2020
  • Blog Posts
Featured

Happy New Year! And happy Public Domain Day 2020!
  • Quick Info
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A short introduction to copyright

Copyright is about protecting creative works, but there is more to it than just that.
  • Other Resources

Creative Commons

Licences and tools for legally share copyright material.
  • FAQs

What is not protected by copyright?

Copyright covers a lot of material, but not everything is protected by copyright.
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NSLA's guidance for public and private digitisation partnerships

Guidance from National and State Libraries Australia on digitisation arrangements with third-parties.
  • FAQs

Do I have to include a copyright notice on my content?

Should you have the ‘c in a circle’ symbol and your name and date on your material?
  • Quick Info

Noninfringing uses of copyright

Not every use of copyright protected material is an infringement.
  • Publications

A User’s Guide to the Flexible Dealing Provision for Libraries, Educational Institutions and Cultural Institutions

More than 10 year's on our guide to using section 200AB is still useful and relevant.
  • Publications

Australia's Online Service Provider Safe Harbours – Guide for Libraries and Archives

What is safe harbour? It is useful for libraries and archives? Find out in our Guide.

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