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Legal Issues

Aspects of information law that affect websites.

Copyright and Copyright Notices

Copyright prevents the unauthorised use by others of a work, that is, the original form in which an idea or information has been expressed by the creator.

Disclaimers

Agencies may wish to limit any liability from subsequent use of information by including a disclaimer.

Freedom of Information

Freedom of information extends the right of every person to access information in the possession of the Australian Government and its authorities.

Intellectual Property (IP)

Intellectual property covers the wide range of intangible property that is the result of the creative and intellectual effort of individuals and organisations.

Privacy and Privacy Statements

Protecting personal information and choosing how to share information.

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