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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
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ALACC Library and Archive Copyright Training, Brisbane + live stream

Copyright knowledge and practical skills tailored to librarians and archivists.

Event Date: 08 Dec 2022
  • Submissions
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Joint submission in response to an exposure draft of the Copyright Amendment (Access Reform) Bill 2021 and the review of technological protection measures (TPMs) exceptions

The Access Reform Bill provides the opportunity for Australia to embrace an effective online future.
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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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NSLA's guidance for public and private digitisation partnerships

Guidance from National and State Libraries Australia on digitisation arrangements with third-parties.
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Creative Commons Search

A search engine of public domain and Creative Commons-licensed material available for reuse.
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Smartcopying

A guide to copyright issues for Australian schools and TAFE.
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Requirements to gain copyright protection

It is important to know how you get copyright protection.
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Copyright term flowcharts

Two flowcharts to help you determine the copyright term of materials under the new rules introduced in 2019.
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The fair dealing exceptions

You can use copyright materials for some specific purposes.
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Rights in copyright

Copyright isn't a single right – it's a number of rights!
Credits

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