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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
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Happy New Year! And happy Public Domain Day 2020!

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  • 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.
  • Publications

Disability and Other Measures Act fact sheets

We have fact sheets on the new disability access, preservation and copyright duration provisions.
  • Quick Info

Exceptions to copyright

Exceptions allow certain uses of copyright material without the permission of the copyright owner.
  • Quick Info

Sources of copyright law

Do you know what the four levels to the modern copyright system are?
  • Other Resources

NSLA's guidance for public and private digitisation partnerships

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

Copyright Safe Harbour Flowcharts

Two flowcharts to help you understand the copyright safe harbours and how they affect your institution.
  • FAQs

What are works of artistic craftsmanship?

Works of artistic craftsmanship are a type of artistic work.
  • Presentations

Copyright for Genealogists Webinar

A brief background on copyright law, what it means to you as a genealogist, and how it can be a tool that works for you.

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