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Update on IPONZ fees review and consultation (April 2019)
Following public submissions on proposals to change some of our fees, IPONZ sought Cabinet approval on the resulting updated proposals. These updated proposals have now been approved.
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Kiwi Business Boost launches in the Hawke’s Bay 11-21 November
Business.govt.nz launches Kiwi Business Boost in November 2019, starting in the Hawke’s Bay.
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The Journal - February 2020
The February 2020 edition of the Journal is now available.
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The Plant Variety Rights Journal – October 2020
The latest quarterly edition of the Journal is now available. Choose from the links below to view the sections of the Journal: General information [PDF, 225 KB] Plant variety right applications and registrations
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Applications now open for WIPO Global Awards 2024
The WIPO Global Awards 2024 is a competition that recognises SMEs who have made good use of IP for commercial purposes.
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Decisions of the Commissioner - July 2016
Decisions of the Commissioner issued in July 2016
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Plant Variety Rights
Technical guidance
Policy on plant material ownership
Key principles PVRO provides effective communication with variety owners with respect to the use of plant material and DNA profiles. PVR acknowledges that plant material should only be made available to any party, other than the variety owner, in such a way that the legitimate…
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The Journal - October 2016
The October edition of the Journal is now available. To view the sections of the journal select the links below: General Information Patent, Trade Mark and Design applications and registrations
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Geographical indications
Fees
All fees relating to geographical indications.
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Geographical indications
Practice guidelines
Registrar may obtain advice
If the Registrar thinks it necessary, they may obtain advice on, and may consult about, any matter relating to an application for the registration of a GI, including opposition to an accepted application, or the registrability of a GI.
