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Trade marks
Trade Mark Hearings
International trade mark proceedings
New Zealand is a party to the Madrid Protocol governing the registration of International Trade Marks.
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Copyright
Crown copyright
Crown copyright protects work created or owned by the New Zealand government, including government forms, codes of practice, official press releases and public records.
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Māori IP
Māori imagery
Māori imagery has certain distinct features.
Copyright
Crown copyright protects work created or owned by the New Zealand government, including government forms, codes of practice, official press releases and public records.
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Trade marks
International
Maintain an international trade mark
Maintenance of an international registration designating New Zealand (NZD), such as changes of name and ownership, and renewals and cancellations, is primarily done directly with the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO).
News and updates
Update to guidance on replacements of national trade marks
We have updated our guidance on replacements of national trade marks with international registrations.
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The Journal - November 2025
The November 2025 edition of the Journal is now available.
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Plant Variety Rights
Naming and labelling varieties
It is important that you identify your variety as protected in the marketplace by stating this on all labels and promotional material.
News and updates
Decisions of the Commissioner – November 2025
Decisions of the Commissioner issued in November 2025 are now available.
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Geographical indications
Register
Cognac
Cognac - A geographical indication for spirits registered with the Intellectual Property Office of New Zealand (IPONZ).
