14 May 2026 · Elise Steegstra

High Court Clarifies “Honest Concurrent Use” in Landmark ZIP Trade Mark Decision

The High Court of Australia issued a key decision in Zip Co Limited v Firstmac Limited HCA 16, clarifying the scope of the “honest concurrent use” defence under the Trade Marks Act 1995 (Cth). This...

13 May 2026 · Elise Steegstra

Oracle v Google: What the API Copyright Case Means for Australian Businesses

What happens when you write your own software code, but deliberately make it work like someone else’s? That question sat at the centre of one of the most significant software copyright disputes of the...

6 May 2026 · Elise Steegstra

Why Expanding Overseas Can Put Your Trade Mark at Risk

I’m writing this from London, where I’m attending INTA 2026 alongside trade mark professionals and brand owners from around the world. And between the conference sessions, meetings and receptions, one...

26 April 2026 · Elise Steegstra

World IP Day 2026: What Sport Can Teach Businesses About IP

World IP Day: What sport can teach us about intellectual property? Every year on 26 April, World Intellectual Property Day puts the spotlight on the role intellectual property plays in encouraging creativity...

15 April 2026 · GNR Media

Intellectual Property: Building Trust Through Strategic Clarity

Intellectual property (IP) is often shrouded in complexity, with many businesses mistakenly viewing it as the sole concern of legal experts. This misconception can lead to significant oversights, jeopardising...

15 April 2026 · Elise Steegstra

Common Trade Mark Mistakes Startups Make

When you’re starting a business, there are plenty of things competing for your attention. You’re developing the product or service. Finding customers. Building a website. Setting up systems. Working...