News and updates
Warning: Unsolicited emails on IP rights
Some businesses are receiving unsolicited emails that may be scams. The emails call for immediate action on IP rights.
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The Plant Variety Rights Journal - July 2026
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, 222 KB] Plant variety right applications and registrations
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The Plant Variety Rights Journal - April 2026
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, 233 KB] Plant variety right applications and registrations
Case studies
Mevo
Gaining their own trade mark, and licensing other brands’ software IP, this unique car rental company got moving faster than ever.
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The Journal - June 2026
The June 2026 edition of the Journal is now available.
Get IP
Patents
The Patent Examination Manual
Swiss-type claims
We grant and register intellectual property (IP) rights in New Zealand. Our services help you protect your innovations so that you get the full economic benefit of your IP.
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Decisions of the Commissioner – June 2026
Decisions of the Commissioner issued in June 2026 are now available.
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Patents Examination Manual update – section 39
We have updated our Patents Examination Manual content relating to the requirements of section 39 (contents of the complete specification).
Manage IP
Search, apply, maintain and renew all registered forms of Intellectual Property using the case management facility.
Glossary
A list of words or terms used on this website that have specific meanings in the area of intellectual property.
