State Copyright Unit
State Copyright Unit
The Department of Attorney General and Justice (DAGJ) administers copyright law across the NSW Government. This responsibility lies within the Legislation, Policy and Criminal Law Review Division of DAGJ.
This site provides important information for government agencies to ensure the NSW Government meets its obligations under the Copyright Act 1968 and effectively manages copyright material owned or used by the government.
News
ALRC review of the Copyright Act
On 30 March 2012 the Commonwealth Attorney General announced the draft terms of reference for a review of the Copyright Act by the Australian Law Reform Commission. The terms of reference focus on exceptions to infringement. Submissions on the terms of reference are due by 27 April 2012. If you would like to contribute to a submission, please contact the State Copyright Manager.
Further information and the draft terms of reference.
Other current reviews
The following issues are also the subject of current reviews. Click on the links for further information. Please contact the State Copyright Manager if you have particular concerns you would like raised in relation to any of the reviews.
Proposal to extend legal deposit - Submissions closed 14 April 2012.
Review of Australian Contract Law - Deadline for submissions: 20 July 2012.
Revising the Scope of the Copyright Safe Harbour Scheme - Submissions closed 22 November 2012.