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8th Mar 2023

Celebrating International Women’s Day: An Interview with a Trailblazing Scientist

As we approach International Women's Day, we are reminded of the incredible women who have broken barriers, challenged the status quo, and pushed boundaries in their fields. We recently...

As we approach International Women's Day, we are reminded of the incredible women who have broken barriers, challenged the...

22nd Feb 2023

Spruson & Ferguson recognised in WTR 1000 2023

Spruson & Ferguson are pleased to once again be included in the WTR 1000 2023, with five jurisdiction listings and 10 recommended individuals featured. Spruson & Ferguson has been ranked...

Spruson & Ferguson are pleased to once again be included in the WTR 1000 2023, with five jurisdiction listings...

27th Sep 2022

Trade Marks in the Metaverse

The lines between physical and virtual reality are getting set for an overhaul as the Metaverse continues its gradual entry into our everyday lives. Whilst the Metaverse is still...

The lines between physical and virtual reality are getting set for an overhaul as the Metaverse continues its gradual...

6th Sep 2022

Don’t Delay! Deadline to register .au direct domains

Holders of Australian domain names ending in .au (e.g. spruson.com.au, spruson.net.au) have until 20 September 2022 to apply for the identical .au direct domain via the Priority Allocation Process. If...

Holders of Australian domain names ending in .au (e.g. spruson.com.au, spruson.net.au) have until 20 September 2022 to apply for...

7th Apr 2022

Direct ‘.au’ domain names are here!

The long-awaited launch of the .au direct domain names (eg. spruson.au) commenced on 24 March 2022. If you already have a .au extension associated with your domain (eg. spruson.com.au, spruson.net.au)...

The long-awaited launch of the .au direct domain names (eg. spruson.au) commenced on 24 March 2022. If you already have...

19th Oct 2021

Cat fight? Caterpillar bulldoze Puma in procat trade mark stoush

Caterpillar have successfully appealed a decision by the Registrar to dismiss their opposition to registration of Puma’s procat mark (as shown below) for goods in Classes 18 and 25. O’Bryan...

Caterpillar have successfully appealed a decision by the Registrar to dismiss their opposition to registration of Puma’s procat mark...

10th Aug 2021

A.D. Padmasingh Isaac trading as Aachi Spices and Foods v Ragopika Pty Ltd [2021] ATMO 47 (4 June 2021)

On 22 February 2018, Ragopikia Pty Ltd (the Applicant) applied to register the trade mark AACHI INDIAN CUISINE for “restaurant services” and “fast food outlet” in class 43. The...

On 22 February 2018, Ragopikia Pty Ltd (the Applicant) applied to register the trade mark AACHI INDIAN CUISINE for...

27th Jul 2021

Rolling Stones block trade mark registration of Australian fashion label

Music has influenced fashion for decades. When we think of musical eras and icons such as Frank Sinatra, Madonna, and Snoop Dogg, we picture their particular aesthetic and, as...

Music has influenced fashion for decades. When we think of musical eras and icons such as Frank Sinatra, Madonna,...

20th Jul 2021

Brand Protection and the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games

After a COVID-induced “false start” last year, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and Japanese Government decided to proceed with the “2020” Tokyo Olympic Games last month. Following reports that...

After a COVID-induced “false start” last year, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and Japanese Government decided to proceed with...

8th Jun 2021

Republic of Nauru Enacts Trade Mark Registration System

In 2019, the Republic of Nauru’s Trademarks Act was enacted, and established the legal framework for the registration and protection of trade marks in Nauru. Recently, the Republic of Nauru...

In 2019, the Republic of Nauru’s Trademarks Act was enacted, and established the legal framework for the registration and...

2nd Jun 2021

Another round? Corner Hotel loses trade mark skirmish with Jazz Corner Hotel

A dispute between two Victorian live music venues concerning use of trade marks including “CORNER” and “CORNER HOTEL” has seen infringement allegations dismissed by the Federal Court of Australia. ...

A dispute between two Victorian live music venues concerning use of trade marks including “CORNER” and “CORNER HOTEL” has...

13th Apr 2021

Testing the limits of VOGUE

Advanced Magazine Publishers Inc v Paul Rigo ATMO 200 (23 December 2020) Advance Magazine Publishers Inc. (“Opponent”) has failed to prevent the registration of the trade mark VOGUE by...

Advanced Magazine Publishers Inc v Paul Rigo ATMO 200 (23 December 2020) Advance Magazine Publishers Inc. (“Opponent”) has failed...

13th Apr 2021

Changes to eligibility rules for .au domains

When registering an “.au” domain name you are required to prove that you have an Australian presence. One way of doing this is to be the owner of an...

When registering an “.au” domain name you are required to prove that you have an Australian presence. One way...

25th Jan 2021

In-N-Out make mincemeat of Hashtag Burgers

In Hashtag Burgers Pty Ltd v In-N-Out Burgers, Inc, FCA 235 the Full Federal Court of Australia considered appeals against the In-N-Out Burgers, Inc v Hashtag Burgers Pty...

In Hashtag Burgers Pty Ltd v In-N-Out Burgers, Inc, FCA 235 the Full Federal Court of Australia considered...

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