Copyright Agency is an Australian not-for-profit organisation, established in 1974, whose core role is negotiating, collecting and distributing copyright fees for writers, artists and publishers under collective licensing arrangements.
We have collective licensing arrangements with the education, government and business sectors.
We also manage pay-per-use licences for individual works (primarily artworks), the artists resale royalty scheme, a Cultural Fund, and royalties for surveying firms.
In 2024–25 we allocated $113m to 27,000 recipients, indirectly benefiting many others involved in the creative industries such as in-house writers and illustrators.
Our Purpose
To promote and protect a sustainable future for Australian authors, publishers and artists.
Our Mission
To serve and connect creators and users by providing licences and solutions that deliver fair compensation and support the evolving needs of users.
Our Vision
A thriving Australian creative and cultural industry, uniting creators and users, through innovation and excellence.
Our Strategic Priorities
- Better serve our members
- Ensure equitable returns for members
- Maximise new business/opportunities
- Advocacy
- Organisational Excellence
Find out more about what we do, our people and our board.
April 2026
