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IPONZ platform is getting an upgrade
We’re upgrading the New Zealand Intellectual Property Office (IPONZ) platform to deliver a more modern, secure, and user-friendly experience.
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Update to trade mark practice guidelines
IPONZ has updated its guidelines about trade mark specifications.
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Geographical indications
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Champagne
Champagne - A geographical indication for wine registered with the Intellectual Property Office of New Zealand (IPONZ).
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Trade marks
Practice guidelines
Amendments to trade mark applications
Introduction Sections 37 and 38 of the Trade Marks Act 2002 (the Act) provide for the amendment of trade mark applications. These guidelines focus on amendments that may be made to national trade mark applications, including the withdrawal or the alteration of a national trade mark…
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Trade marks
Practice guidelines
Certification marks
Guidelines on certification trade marks under the Trade Marks Act 2002. These guidelines do not constrain the judgment and discretion of the Commissioner of Trade Marks, and each application will be considered on its own merits.
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Trade marks
Practice guidelines
Collective marks
Guidelines on collective trade marks under the Trade Marks Act 2002. These Guidelines do not constrain the judgment and discretion of the Commissioner of Trade Marks, and each application will be considered on its own merits.
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The Journal - August 2025
The August 2025 edition of the Journal is now available.
The Journal
The Journal of the Intellectual Property Office of New Zealand contains information the Commissioner is required by the Patents Act 1953 and the Patents Act 2013 to advertise. It's a monthly publication consisting of a General Information section in PDF format, and, an online section for…
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The Journal - September 2025
The September 2025 edition of the Journal is now available.
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