A quick note that may be of interest to Actuate’s clients: Austrade has recently changed the Export Market Development Grant scheme (”EMDG“) so that eligible businesses can be reimbursed for certain IP-related expenses (including trade mark and patent attorney fees) in relation to overseas protection.

Almost as compelling as any television drama, the High Court’s recent decision in IceTV Pty Ltd v Nine Network Australia Pty Ltd adds yet another twist to copyright law in Australia and confirms that “skill and labour” exerted in producing copyright work needs to be geared towards the particular form of expression the work represents.

The saga continues as another famous brand accuses eBay of selling counterfeit goods.

IP Australian has recently released figures relating to filings, acceptance and fields that applicants are filing in. It provides some insight as to where Australian’s are heading regarding Intellectual Property. Full results of their internal review can be found here.