Updated Trade Mark Practice Guidelines on INNs and Offensive Marks

The Intellectual Property Office of New Zealand (IPONZ) has updated its Absolute Grounds - General practice guidelines for trademarks. The changes focus on sections related to International Non-Proprietary Names (INNs) and offensive trade marks. These updates provide revised guidance on the examination of trade mark applications concerning these specific areas.

IPONZ Commissioner Decisions - February 2026

The Intellectual Property Office of New Zealand (IPONZ) has published the Commissioner's decisions issued in February 2026. These decisions cover trade mark opposition and invalidity cases, with links provided to view the full details of each case.

Intellectual Property Office of New Zealand Journal - February 2026

The Intellectual Property Office of New Zealand (IPONZ) has announced the availability of the February 2026 edition of its Journal. The publication includes general information and details on patent, trade mark, and design applications and registrations.

Commissioner Decisions - December 2025 and January 2026

The Intellectual Property Office of New Zealand (IPONZ) has published Commissioner decisions issued in December 2025 and January 2026. These decisions cover trade mark matters such as costs, interlocutory issues, revocations, invalidity, and oppositions, as well as a patent examination decision.

Intellectual Property Office of New Zealand Journal - January 2026

The Intellectual Property Office of New Zealand has published the January 2026 edition of its Journal. This edition includes general information and details on patent, trade mark, and design applications and registrations.

Nebraska Air Permit Proposal for Northern Natural Gas Palmyra Station

The Nebraska Department of Water, Energy, and Environment is proposing to issue a Class I operating permit to Northern Natural Gas Company for its Palmyra Compressor Station. The notice includes details on potential air pollutant emissions and specific permit conditions. Public comments are being accepted until April 9, 2026.

Nebraska Air Quality Construction Permit Public Hearing for OPPD Turtle Creek Station

The Nebraska Department of Water, Energy, and Environment (NDWEE) is holding a public hearing on April 7, 2026, regarding a proposed construction permit for Omaha Public Power District's (OPPD) Turtle Creek Station. The permit revision concerns annual heat input-based operating limits and carbon monoxide emission limitations for combustion turbines.

OPPD Turtle Creek Station Air Quality Construction Permit Notice

The Nebraska Department of Water, Energy, and Environment is proposing to issue an air construction permit to Omaha Public Power District for its Turtle Creek Station. The notice includes details on anticipated emissions and proposed permit conditions, with a public comment period open until April 6, 2026.

Nebraska Smoke Advisory for Southeastern Nebraska

The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) and the Department of Water, Energy, and Environment (DWEE) have issued a smoke advisory for southeastern Nebraska from March 21-22, 2026. The advisory warns of potential moderate to unhealthy air quality for sensitive groups due to prescribed burning in the Flint Hills region.

Nebraska DWEE Opens Energy Efficiency Grant Applications

The Nebraska Department of Water, Energy and Environment (DWEE) has opened the application period for its Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) program. This supplemental funding opportunity, awarded through a competitive subaward grant process, aims to support local communities in implementing energy efficiency projects. Applications are open until April 15, 2026.