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Trade marks
Examination process
Opposing registration
When an application for registration of a trade mark is accepted, the application is advertised in the Journal. Any person who wishes to oppose the registration of the trade mark can do so within three months from the date of advertisement in the Journal.
History of IP in New Zealand
Through the years, New Zealand has experienced a number of historic milestones in IP law, and celebrated the registration of some iconic IP assets
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Trade marks
Practice guidelines
Renewal and restoration
This document provides guidelines on renewal and restoration of a trade mark registered under the Trade Marks Act 2002. These guidelines do not constrain the judgement and discretion of the Commissioner of Trade Marks, and each application will be considered on its own merits.
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Patents
The Patent Examination Manual
Section 71: Time for putting application in order for acceptance
(1) A patent application is void unless, within the prescribed period, the applicant ensures that— (a) the application and the complete specification comply with the requirements of this Act and of the regulations; and (b) the applicant has complied with all requirements imposed on…
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Geographical indications
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Use this form to apply to register either a local or foreign geographical indication in New Zealand. Unless otherwise indicated, all fields are required.
News and updates
The Journal - November 2023
The November 2023 edition of the Journal is now available.
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Geographical indications
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Peket-Pekêt / Pèket-Pèkèt de Wallonie
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Сунгурларе
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Deutscher Weinbrand
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