Rules to remember
- Always attribute when referring to another creators work
- Link or refer to original material - do not re-reproduce
- Do not link to infringing material
- If in doubt seek written consent from the copyright owner
Tips
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Requesting copies from the Library
Libraries are able to supply you with copies of material under exceptions in the Act related to libraries, research, study, education and professional advice. We supply this material within the following limits:
- One chapter or 10% of a book (whichever is greater)
- One article from a journal issue, or more than one if the articles are on the same topic.
Whilst using library resources, computers, scanners and photocopies you may also copy/scan within the same limits - one chapter of a book or 10% of the work, whichever is greater.
To request copies of material from the library, such as journal articles or book chapters, complete our online request form.
Images
- All images must be verified as licensed
- Attribute to the original creator/photographer and source
- If you cannot verify the source of an image, it should not be used
- Don’t trust online licenses unless the image was posted by the original photographer or creator
- If you cannot find a suitable licensed free image, pay for stock photography
Sources of images
Creative Commons licences - Creative Commons is a non-profit organisation and platform that provides creators with options to share their work so others may re-use it and build on the creativity.
Tips
- When using Creative Commons material always attribute the author regardless of licence and state the title of the work
- Provide information about where the original work is hosted, or a direct link.
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