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Copyright for libraries and archives

The Australian Libraries and Archives Copyright Coalition 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
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ALACC Library and Archive Copyright Training, Brisbane – including Copyright Essentials live stream

Copyright knowledge and practical skills tailored to librarians and archivists.

Event Date: 20 Aug 2024
  • Quick Info
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Material protected by copyright

Material must fall into one of the two categories of things to be protected by copyright: Works and subject-matter other than works.
  • Other Resources

NSLA's guidance on reasonably diligent searches for orphan works

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

Licences and tools for legally share copyright material.
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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.
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Exceptions to copyright

Exceptions allow certain uses of copyright material without the permission of the copyright owner.
  • FAQs
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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.
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Department of Communications and the Arts copyright duration tables

Comprehensive copyright duration information published by the Department.
  • Quick Info

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

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