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Torrens Copyright Guide

Torrens is committed to the observance of copyright law, and upholding the rights of creators and users. Students and staff are obliged to comply with the law as individuals; and the University is committed to compliance in its dealings with copyright material.

This guide is structured according to the purpose for which you are using copyright material:

1. General information: refer to this section to acquaint yourself with the basics of copyright and your obligations.
2. Teaching support: refer to this section if you are a staff member concerned with teaching or supplying resources to students.
3. Study or research: refer to this section if you are a student, or a member of staff concerned with your own study or research.
4. Publishing and communicating: refer to this section if you are concerned with publishing in any medium.
5. Performing in public: refer to this section if you are concerned with organising or performing at events.
6. Copyright for the Library and Accessibility Services
7. Copyright in New Zealand

Quick reference sheets

• For staff: If you are a new staff member and need a quick summary to get you started, consult the information sheet .

This guide is aimed at Australian staff and students. Staff making copies in New Zealand have slightly different compliance obligations. Media Design School has a Private Training Establishment (PTE) licence with Copyright NZ, under New Zealand’s Copyright Act 1994. 

For more details, refer to section 7 Copyright in New Zealand