In short, no unless you have permission from the copyright owner.

Generally works such as songs, films, games and software are protected by copyright. Uploading or downloading this content may constitute a breach of copyright, unless it is done with the consent of the copyright owner or licensee.


Music and Film

Downloading or sharing music and films online without the consent of the copyright owner may be an infringement of copyright. Buying a copy of a song, album, film or TV show may not give you the right to share the work with others or to make copies of the work (except for domestic use). Uploading or downloading copyright protected material may lead to action against you by the copyright owner.

For more information on music copyright, visit Music Industry Piracy Investigations

For more information on film and television copyright, visit the Australian Federation Against Copyright Theft


Software and Games

Uploading or downloading unauthorised copies of software or games may also be an infringement of copyright. When you buy software or games you should check the terms of your licence to use, load and copy the software or games.

For more information on software copyright, visit Business Software Alliance Anti-Piracy


General Information

The Copyright Act protects works such as films, music, books, photos and computer programs. It is generally an infringement of copyright to download, copy, share or distribute such materials, unless it is expressly permitted by the Copyright Act, or you have the permission of the copyright owner. You must not use BigPond services to do any of these things. 

Australian Copyright Act (PDF)

Copyright guide for Schools   

Australian Copyright Council