News and updates
Update to Trade Mark Practice Guidelines
IPONZ has recently updated its practice guidelines relating to the term “featuring” in trade mark specifications, and to the division process for national trade marks.
News and updates
Update to Trade Mark Practice Guidelines
IPONZ has recently updated its practice guidelines relating to the filing of trade mark applications.
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Decisions of the Commissioner – August 2019
Decisions of the Commissioner issued in August are now available online.
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Decisions of the Commissioner – November 2019
Decisions of the Commissioner issued in November are now available online.
News and updates
Deadline extensions for patents responses due to COVID-19
This article provides additional clarification regarding IPONZ extending due dates for a number of cases and tasks in acknowledgement of the disruption caused by COVID-19.
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Have your say: Consultation on outstanding issues in Plant Variety Rights Act review
Consultation is open until 21 September 2020 on a discussion paper covering outstanding issues in the Plant Variety Rights Act review.
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The Journal – October 2020
The October 2020 edition of the Journal is now available.
News and updates
The Journal - November 2022
The November 2022 edition of the Journal is now available.
The joint trans-Tasman registration regime for IP attorneys
A joint registration regime ensures that patent attorneys in New Zealand and Australia have the necessary skills to provide services in both jurisdictions.
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Technical guidance
Use of foreign test reports for DUS testing in New Zealand
In some cases, the PVR Office may use overseas knowledge and expertise for the examination of a variety.
