ACCC (Australian Competition and Consumer Commission) – Commonwealth statutory authority established in 1995 to administer the Trade Practices Act and other Acts.

ASIC (Australian Securities and Investments Commission) – enforces and regulates company and financial services laws.

IP Australia – Australian Government agency responsible for administering patents, trade marks, designs and Plant Breeder’s Rights.

WIPO (World Intellectual Property Organisation) – United Nations agency dedicated to developing and international IP system. Information on IP laws internationally, including treaties between nations.

Office of the Victorian Small Business Commissioner – dedicated to promoting a competitive and fair operating environment for small business.