This Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) Policy outlines how adelaidebuzz.com.au responds to copyright infringement claims and handles the removal of infringing material from our website.
Our Commitment to Copyright Law
adelaidebuzz.com.au respects the intellectual property rights of others and complies with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) and other applicable copyright laws. We take copyright infringement seriously and respond promptly to valid notices of alleged infringement.
Designated Agent
Under the DMCA, we have designated a Copyright Agent to receive notices of alleged copyright infringement. All claims must be submitted to our Designated Agent using the contact information below.
DMCA Designated Agent:
Email: desk@melbournejournal.com.au
Subject Line: DMCA Infringement Notice
How to File a DMCA Complaint
If you believe that your copyrighted work has been reproduced, distributed, or displayed on adelaidebuzz.com.au in a way that constitutes copyright infringement, please submit a written notice to our Designated Agent containing the following information:
Required Information
- Your contact information – Full name, address, telephone number, and email address.
- Identification of the copyrighted work – A clear description of the copyrighted work you claim has been infringed. If multiple works are covered by a single notice, provide a representative list.
- Identification of the infringing material – The URL or specific location on our website where the material you claim is infringing can be found. Please provide sufficient detail so we can locate the material.
- A statement of good faith – A statement that you have a good faith belief that the use of the material is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law.
- A statement of accuracy – A statement, under penalty of perjury, that the information in your notice is accurate and that you are the copyright owner or authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner.
- Your signature – A physical or electronic signature of the person authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner.
What Happens After We Receive a Notice
Upon receipt of a valid DMCA notice, we will:
- Remove or disable access to the allegedly infringing material
- Notify the user who posted the material, if applicable
- Take reasonable steps to contact the user with information about the removal
- Terminate access for repeat infringers in appropriate circumstances
Counter-Notification Procedure
If you believe that your content was removed or disabled as a result of a mistake or misidentification, you may submit a counter-notification to our Designated Agent. Your counter-notification must include:
Required Information for Counter-Notification
- Your contact information – Full name, address, telephone number, and email address.
- Identification of the removed material – A description of the material that was removed and the location where it appeared before removal (the URL).
- A statement under penalty of perjury – A statement that you have a good faith belief that the material was removed or disabled as a result of mistake or misidentification.
- Consent to jurisdiction – A statement that you consent to the jurisdiction of the federal court in your judicial district, and that you will accept service of process from the person who filed the original infringement notice or their agent.
- Your signature – A physical or electronic signature.
What Happens After We Receive a Counter-Notification
Upon receipt of a valid counter-notification, we will:
- Forward a copy to the original complainant
- Inform the complainant that we will restore the removed material in 10–14 business days unless we receive notice that they have filed a court action seeking to restrain the user from engaging in infringing activity
Repeat Infringers
In accordance with the DMCA and other applicable laws, adelaidebuzz.com.au maintains a policy of terminating, in appropriate circumstances, users who are determined to be repeat infringers. We also reserve the right to restrict or remove content at our sole discretion.
False Claims
Please note that under the DMCA, any person who knowingly materially misrepresents that material is infringing or that material was removed by mistake may be liable for damages, including costs and attorneys’ fees. Please consider consulting with an attorney before submitting a notice or counter-notification if you are unsure whether your rights have been violated.
Contact Us
For any questions regarding this DMCA Policy, please contact us at: