Australia: Copyright Amendment Act
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Copyright Amendment Act enters into force
On 2 April 2026, the Copyright Amendment Act 2026 (Act No. 29 of 2026) entered into force, one day after receiving Royal Assent on 1 April 2026. The Act establishes an orphan works scheme by limiting certain monetary remedies for copyright infringem…
Senate adopted Copyright Amendment Bill
On 31 March 2026, the Senate passed the Copyright Amendment Bill 2026, which amends the Copyright Act 1968. The Bill will establish an orphan works scheme by limiting certain monetary remedies for copyright infringement where a user cannot identify …
Copyright Amendment Bill was introduced to House of Representatives
On 5 November 2025, the Copyright Amendment Bill 2026 was introduced to the Australian House of Representatives, proposing amendments to the Copyright Act 1968. The Bill would establish an orphan works scheme by limiting certain monetary remedies fo…