It is usually established by statute or official action, and publication of notices within it, whether by the government or a private party, is usually considered sufficient to comply with legal requirements for public notice.
[1] Gazettes are published either in print, electronically or both.
In some jurisdictions, privately owned newspapers may also register with the public authorities in order to publish public and legal notices.
[2][3][4] Likewise, a private newspaper may be designated by the courts for publication of legal notices.
These are referred to as "legally adjudicated newspapers".