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Intellectual property
We are responsible for policy relating to the protection of intellectual property in New Zealand.
In this area
What is intellectual property?
Intellectual property (IP) refers to creations of the mind and there are various forms of IP protection available.
Intellectual property rights and protections
Intellectual property rights give creators and innovators the exclusive right, for a limited time, to control what others may do with their work.
Proposal for trans-Tasman regulation of patent attorneys
In November 2011 Cabinet agreed that the patent attorney profession should be regulated jointly with Australia under a trans-Tasman registration regime.
Find out more
To find out more about intellectual property protection in New Zealand contact our Intellectual Property Policy group.
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