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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
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.
  • 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.
  • Other Resources

Making Content Accessible: A Guide to Navigating Australian Copyright Law for Disability Access

A summary of the copyright law governing access to material for people with a disability in Australia and practical advice for applying them.
  • Other Resources

NSLA's guidance on reasonably diligent searches for orphan works

Guidance from National and State Libraries Australia on the use of orphan works.
  • 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.
  • Other Resources
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Creative Commons Australia

The Australian chapter of Creative Commons.
  • FAQs

Is fair dealing the same thing as fair use?

People often think that Australia has fair use but we don't – we have fair dealing.
  • Quick Info

Reproduction of Works and the Copying of Published Editions Standardised Library Machine Notices

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