Two weeks ago the Australian Law Reform Commission (ALRC) released its much anticipated discussion paper for the ongoing Copyright and the Digital Economy inquiry.    

Headline recommendation from the ALRC?  The introduction of fair use into Australian copyright law.

ALRC Commissioner for the inquiry, Jill McKeough stated on the release of the paper:

For those who couldn't make it to this year's sell out Australian Digital Alliance copyright forum, all presentations and panel discussions are now available to view and download on YouTube.

Safely back in Canberra after weathering tornadoes and tremors during the fifteenth round of Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement negotiations in Auckland, it's worth reflecting back on the last ten days, focusing on the IP chapter of the agreement.

Juggling our ALRC Copyright Inquiry submission in one hand and the program for an exciting 2013 ADA forum in the other, it's full steam ahead here at ADA HQ! In this post we're pleased to be bringing you more information about our 2013 forum theme, a sneak peak at a few of the speakers we've got lined up and, most importantly, details on how you can purchase your ticket.