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What Next?

Once verified, the Australian Owned™ business is issued an Australian Owned™ ID number (“AO ID”) and is published in the Australian Owned™ Business Register. 

Businesses can then complete an additional step and if assessed to meet mandatory criteria (as per RULES – AO Certification Trade Mark) can achieve Australian Owned™ certification.  Achieving this level of certification entitles the business to a unique variation of the Australian Owned™ logo that features the businesses AO ID.  In addition, certified businesses are provided a suite of business and marketing tools to increase their competitiveness in the global marketplace. 

Do you have an Australian business? If yes, apply now.

The Process

STEP 1: APPLY


To apply for Australian Owned™ certification, complete the online assessment form.  A business account will be created at this stage.  If eligible, you will also receive the option to purchase an annual licence to the Australian Owned™ Certified trademark (see Step 4).  The issuing of this logo is contingent upon the outcome of the assessment.  The annual licence fee is only processed if the applicant is determined to meet the minimum eligibility to hold an Australian Owned™ licence.  A "one-off" application fee applies.


STEP 2: REVIEW


The Australian Owned™ team will review and verify the information provided and assign the applicant with a corresponding assessment score.  This process is usually completed within 1-2 business days and notice of the assessment outcome is issued directly to the applicant.

STEP 3: PUBLISHED


Successful applicants are published in the Australian Owned™ Business Register and allocated a searchable & unique identification number.  This register is used as a source of truth by commercial and Government agencies in verifying Australian ownership claims as well as by the general public when sourcing Australian Owned™ businesses, products & services.

Unsuccessful applicants will be notified by the Australian Owned™ team.  

STEP 4 (OPTIONAL): CERTIFICATION LOGO


Applicants that meet the assessment criteria will be provided the opportunity to secure a licence to the Australian Owned™ trademark (logo) featuring the applicant businesses unique identification number. This logo can be used to proudly market and promote Australian Owned™ certification via means such as business digital and printed assets. Being awarded this logo is a cost-effective way to authentically market your Australian Owned™ business.

In addition to the licence to the trademark (logo), the Australian Owned™ team provides certified businesses with online marketing consultants to answer questions and assist with marketing strategies ensuring that your Australian business receives a fair go.

Australian Owned™ has partnered with LOOKAROO, Australia's newly launched, innovative and trusted search engine. All approved businesses are promoted via the search engine and are featured in the
Australian Owned™ search function.

With a network that includes thousands of Australian Owned business owners, we are in the unique position to facilitate introductions (by consent only). This service is provided as a means to enable businesses to support each other so that jobs and investments stay here now and for future generations.

Various other assets are also supplied including the Australian Owned™ Certified "outro reel", available to incorporate into digital video/media assets. Australian Owned™ merchandise is also available to certified Australian Owned™ businesses. The annual fee is $399.00 (incl. GST).

STEP 5 (OPTIONAL): PRODUCT LOGO


Certified businesses that manufacture their own range of products (food and non-food) within Australia can make an additional application for a sub-licence to the Australian Owned™ trademark (logo) that can be used on product packaging and labels.

This option is suitable for businesses who wish to apply the Australian Owned™ Certified logo on individual product packaging/labels.

An application to hold a sub-licence is required for each product of fundamental difference. The Australian Owned™ team will review each sub-licence application and provide confirmation of successful/unsuccessful application. Only successful applicants will be charged the $99.00 (incl. GST) annual sub licence fee and the application can be accessed when logged into your business account.

Packaging merchandise is also available to purchase by businesses that hold an active sub licence including stickers, elastic labels and vehicle decals.

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AUSTRALIAN OWNED? APPLY NOW!