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Public participation in assessing gene technology
Whether you are a member of the public or a community organisation, the Office of the Gene Technology Regulator (the OGTR) invites your involvement.
Reporting misuse of genetically modified organisms (GMOs)
If you have concerns that someone is using GMOs without authorisation, or misusing GMOs of any kind, please contact us. Whether it’s fish, crops, plants, bacteria etc we want to know.
Don't import glowing fish unless you have authorisation
Glowing or fluorescent fish such as GloFish® are genetically modified organisms (GMOs) and it is illegal to import them into Australia for personal or commercial use without an authorisation from the Regulator.
Controlling genetically modified (GM) canola on roadsides
This fact sheet provides information for the control of unwanted herbicide-tolerant GM canola for example along roadsides.
How we regulate the intentional releases of GM crops and other GMOs into the environment
When gene technology is used to create a genetically modified (GM) plant, animal or other living thing (organism), the genetically modified organism (GMO), for example GM canola, is regulated by the Gene Technology Regulator to protect people and the environment.
Handling an unintentional presence of genetically modified (GM) crops
The probability of unapproved genetically modified organisms gaining entry to Australia is low. But it is possible that unapproved GM crops could be present as trace amounts in conventional imports, leading to the unintended presence of unapproved GMOs in Australia.
How are genetically modified organisms (GMOs) regulated in Australia
The import and use of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) in Australia is regulated through a nationally consistent legal scheme, including the Gene Technology Act 2000 (the Act), the Gene Technology Regulations 2001 and corresponding state laws.
Genetically modified (GM) Petunias in Australia
The Gene Technology Regulator (the Regulator) has become aware that unauthorised genetically modified (GM) petunias have entered the Australian and international markets.
Genetically modified (GM) Petunia disposal methods
The Gene Technology Regulator (the Regulator) has become aware that unauthorised genetically modified (GM) petunias have entered the Australian and international markets.
Genetically Modified (GM) Carnations in Australia
GM carnations were the first GM flowers in the world to be commercialised. They have been on the market since the mid-90s.
Ongoing monitoring of the safety of GM crops in Australia
In Australia, farmers can only grow a genetically modified (GM) crop if the crop has been approved by the Gene Technology Regulator (the Regulator). You can read about all commercial GM crops that are authorised in Australia in the GMO Record.
Operations of the Gene Technology Regulator Annual Report 2020-21
The report describes the roles and responsibilities of the Gene Technology Regulator (the Regulator) and the Office of the Gene Technology Regulator (OGTR) during 2020-21.
Communique of GTECCC meeting of 21 September, 5 and 21 October 2021
This Communique covers matters considered at the 15th meeting of the Gene Technology Ethics and Community Consultative Committee (21 September, 5 and 21 October 2021).
Communique of GTTAC meeting of 28 September 2021
This Communiqué covers matters considered at the 27th video conference of the Gene Technology Technical Advisory Committee (28 September 2021).
Quarterly activities report for April – June 2021
Details of OGTR monitoring and compliance activities during the quarter ended 30 June 2021.
Twenty years of the OGTR - timeline
A list of significant events in the OGTR's 20-year history.
Communique of GTTAC meeting of 26 July 2021
This Communiqué covers matters considered at the 26th video conference of the Gene Technology Technical Advisory Committee (26 July 2021).
Monitoring and compliance protocols
The OGTR has developed a range of documents to provide organisations and interested parties with guidance on monitoring and compliance activities under the Gene Technology Act 2000.
Retrospective report - Changing research landscape
Over the past 20 years, the field of gene technology has seen many exciting developments, some of which could not have been imagined when the Act was written. Find out more about the changing research landscape and how we've adapted.
Retrospective report - Public views, communication and regulation
Providing information to the public and other stakeholders is key to maintaining a robust regulatory system. This report explores community knowledge of and attitudes to GMOs, communication and interaction with regulated stakeholders, and an ongoing focus on communication.
Retrospective report - Regulatory adjustments made in response to 20 years of innovation in gene technology
Gene technology legislation needs to respond to advances while providing legal certainty. Find out how policy and technical reviews keep the regulatory system up to date.
Retrospective report - Overview of the scheme
An overview of the Australia's national regulatory system for gene technology. The report covers how the scheme came into existence, how it works and the key roles and bodies.
Quarterly activities report for January – March 2021
Details of OGTR monitoring and compliance activities during the quarter ended 31 March 2021
Communique of GTTAC meeting of 11 May 2021
This Communiqué covers matters considered at the 57th meeting of the Gene Technology Technical Advisory Committee (11 May 2021).
Genetically modified (GM) safflower in Australia
Safflower has been commercially cultivated as a minor crop in Australia since the 1950s.