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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.
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Featured

ALCC appoints Ben Rice as new Copyright Law and Policy Adviser

Ben Rice joins the ALCC as our new Copyright Law and Policy Adviser.
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Featured
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A short introduction to copyright

Copyright is about protecting creative works, but there is more to it than just that.
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Ownership of copyright

It is important to know who is the owner of copyright.
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Copying of Audio Visual Items Standardised Library Machine Notices
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The copyright notice

People often think a copyright notice is required but it isn't. But if you want to include one, we have some tips.
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Department of Communications and the Arts copyright duration tables

Comprehensive copyright duration information published by the Department.
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Material not protected by copyright

You might think copyright protects everything but there are some things that aren't protected.
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What does the information in a copyright notice mean?

You see copyright notices on material all the time, but what do they mean?
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Australian Inclusive Publishing Initiative (AIPI)

A cross-industry initiative made up of to address the challenge of improving access to books by people living with a print accessibility.
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Information for organisations seeking to be prescribed as a 'Key Cultural Institution'
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