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A service provider who has not assigned their intellectual property still owns it, regardless of what the invoice says. Under the Copyright Act 1968 (Cth), the creator owns copyright by default, and ownership moves only by written assignment. Paying a designer or developer does not transfer ownership on its own. That default gives service providers real leverage where a client refuses to pay. Retention and suspension clauses turn the default into a contractual right to withhold deliverables.

Senior leaders from Australia's not-for-profit sector gathered to discuss the evolving challenges and opportunities facing their organisations in 2026. The boardroom lunch explored critical issues including governance frameworks, regulatory compliance, workforce sustainability, NDIS reform, and the strategic implications of artificial intelligence and data management for charitable organisations navigating an increasingly complex operating environment.

As Group 2 entities commence their first reporting period under Australia's mandatory climate reporting regime, ASIC's early observations highlight key disclosure expectations and areas for caution.