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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.
Genetically modified organisms in Australia
Gene technology is widely used in Australia: in agriculture, in research, in health and medicine, in education, and in industry.
Who needs to apply to import or use (deal with) a GMO?
Anyone who wants to import or use a genetically modified organism (GMO)needs permission. That includes farmers, importers, schools, researchers, and members of the public.
Information for importers of grain and laboratory research supplies
If you are importing genetically modified grain or you are importing genetically modified organisms (GMOs) on behalf of researchers, then you have specific obligations under the Gene Technology Act 2000.
GMOs in Schools
Commercially available kits are used in Australian schools to help science students learn about genetics.
Biohacking and community science
There is a growing community of individuals in Australia who are conducting do-it-yourself biology which is also sometimes known as biohacking or community science.
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.
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.
Overview of the status of organisms modified using gene editing and other new technologies
This overview is to assist regulated organisations to understand which gene editing and RNA interference techniques result in GMOs.
Information for Institutional Biosafety Committees
Useful resources for IBCs covering records of assessment, classification of NLRDs and contained dealings.
Annual reports on the Operations of the Gene Technology Regulator
The Gene Technology Act 2000 requires Gene Technology Regulator to report annually on their operations. The reports are produced for the Minister as soon as practicable after the end of each financial year.
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).
Genetically modified (GM) canola in Australia
GM canola can only be grown with the approval of the Gene Technology Regulator (the Regulator), who carries out a science-based risk assessment before the crop is approved for release.
Current GM plants authorised for release into the environment (GMO Register and licences for commercial releases)
Tables of all current commercially released GM plants in Australia and their OECD unique identifiers.
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).
NLRD import instructions for online forms
This document helps with the completion of the NLRD online form.
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.
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.
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).
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.