March 31, 2025
On 20 March, The Atlantic published an article about Meta’s use of a dataset of pirated books (called Library Genesis or LibGen) to train its Artificial Intelligence (AI) language model. The Atlantic has provided on an online tool to enable writers and publishers to search the dataset for their titles. You can see the joint […]
March 19, 2025
Under the Resale Royalty Scheme, visual artists are entitled to a five per cent share on eligible resales of their original works valued at $1,000 or more in Australia, and the ability to access the schemes in participating countries when their works are resold there. As of 31 March 2025, international reciprocity will be extended […]
March 11, 2025
A new initiative launched today by Australia Reads will introduce readers to the benefits of reading through live literature events with Australian authors. A partnership with the Copyright Agency and Creative Australia, LitUp will offer funding and support for 20 communities to host live literature events with writers and illustrators, across primary schools, public libraries, […]
March 5, 2025
Now in its 30th year, the Stella Prize is an annual literary prize awarded to the most excellent, original and outstanding book written by an Australian woman or non-binary writer. This year the Stella – worth $60,000 – received over 180 entries, with the 2025 judging panel comprising Astrid Edwards (chair), Debra Dank, Leah Jing […]
March 1, 2025
Writer and artist members may be eligible for the Annual Writers Distribution or the Annual Artists Distribution, to be paid in June. If you have not previously received a payment from one of these distributions, you may become eligible if you register one or more verifiable publications containing your works by 31 March. You can […]
February 7, 2025
The Triennial Code Reviewer, the Hon. Alan Robertson AM SC, invites written submissions on the operation of the Code of Conduct for Copyright Collecting Societies and on any amendments that are necessary or desirable to improve the operation of the Code. This triennial review, to review the Code itself, is separate from the annual review […]
February 4, 2025
Did you see Copyright Agency member, Bobbi Lockyer’s visionary artwork adorning the 2025 Australian Open? Bobbi’s art was prominently featured on the steps to the entrance of Margaret Court Arena, and on a range of limited edition Australian Open merchandise. As the official artist for the 2025 tournament, Bobbi was represented by Copyright Agency Visual […]
January 31, 2025
Copyright Agency is deeply saddened by the passing of Michael Webster, publisher, academic, long-serving Board member, and Copyright Agency Chair from 1999-2002. Michael’s distinguished career in Australian publishing spanned many decades and various institutions. He served as Chair of the Small Press Network and Melbourne Writers Festival, and on the boards of the Australian Publishers […]
