History of IP in New Zealand
A timeline that includes historic New Zealand IP law milestones and celebrates the registration of some iconic kiwi IP assets.
About IP
Overview
Education
What has IP got to do with me? Intellectual property (IP) allows people to control and be rewarded for use of their creative efforts. Without IP protection there would be little incentive or revenue available for research and development. We see, touch, hear about…
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Trade marks
Practice guidelines
Filing trade mark applications
This document provides guidelines on filing an application to register a trade mark 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.
Terms of use
These are the terms of use for engaging with the Intellectual Property Office of New Zealand website, social media channels and online channels.
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Trade marks
Trade Mark Hearings
How you can be heard
Regulations 122, 125, 126 and 127 — New Zealand Legislation After all the evidential steps in the proceeding are completed, you will need to decide how you wish to be heard. Your options are: (a) On the papers already…
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Copyright
Licensing copyright
You can license others to use any of your creative works, in exchange for certain benefits.
News and updates
Update to trade mark practice guidelines
IPONZ has updated its practice guidelines to clarify the requirements around written descriptions of colour marks.
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Geographical indications
Using the Register
The GI Register lists all geographical indications (GIs) registered in New Zealand - both New Zealand and foreign.
News and updates
IPSANZ virtual presentation on Madrid designations
IPONZ will join IP Australia in an IPSANZ presentation on Nuances of Madrid Designations in Australia and New Zealand.
News and updates
The Journal - July 2023
The July 2023 edition of the Journal is now available.
