Copyright for Library materials

You are welcome to copy material from the Library collections provided you meet the requirements of the Australian Copyright Act and any special requirements that may apply to material that is rare, unique or culturally sensitive.

Information on copyright provided by the Library does not constitute legal advice. If in doubt, seek legal advice before copying a work.

• About copyright

• How long does copyright last?

• Your responsibilities

• What can I copy without the copyright owner's permission?

• To make a copy, do I need the library's permission as well as the copyright owner's permission?

• How do I find copyright owners?

• Copying works with indigenous cultural content

• Useful copyright resources

• Example Library catalogue records

• Copyright glossary

• Creative Commons