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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.
  • Webinars
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

Copying of Audio Visual Items Standardised Library Machine Notices
  • Other Resources

NSLA's guidance for public and private digitisation partnerships

Guidance from National and State Libraries Australia on digitisation arrangements with third-parties.
  • Quick Info
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Infringement of copyright

Unauthorised use of copyright is an infringement – unless an exception applies.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • FAQs
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Do libraries need an APRA AMCOS licence for individuals listening to music on their publicly accessible computers?

An APRA AMCOS licence is not needed for public computers at libraries.
  • Publications

Disability and Other Measures Act fact sheets

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

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.
Credits

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