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Nov 18, 2021 (Newsletter Issue 16/21)
Australia
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Important Changes to Design Law Ahead


On September 10, 2021, the Designs Amendment (Advisory Council on Intellectual Property Response) Act 2021 received Royal Assent. It makes important changes to design law in Australia. In particular, it introduces a 12-month grace period, bringing the law in line with other jurisdictions that allow such a period. It also simplifies the design registration process. Most of the amendments come into force on March 10, 2022.

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Source: www.ipaustralia.gov.au