Filter results
You can narrow down the results using the filters
Resource type
Gene Technology Regulator Privacy Policy
Our privacy policy explains how we handle your personal information (including your email address), how we collect this information, and why we collect certain information.
Application for a licence for importation and processing of bulk grain
Use this form to apply for a licence for importation and processing (devitalisation) of bulk grain containing GMOs that are authorised for cultivation or food or feed use in the country of origin.
The Biology of Dianthus caryophyllus L. (Carnation)
This document provides baseline information about the parent organism for use in risk analysis of genetically modified carnation that may be released into the Australian environment.
Communique of GTTAC meeting of 16 December 2019
This Communiqué covers matters considered at the 18th video conference of the Gene Technology Technical Advisory Committee (16 December 2019).
Community attitudes 2019 Report
The overall finding of the 2019 survey is that attitudes to genetically modified organisms (GMOs) have moved more towards neutral middle positions, as well as an increase in those who aren’t sure or don’t know, and some reduction in those with stronger views.
Quarterly activities report for July – September 2019
Details of OGTR monitoring and compliance activities during the quarter ended 30 September 2019.
Communique of GTECCC meeting of 19 November 2019
This Communique covers matters considered at the 13th meeting of the Gene Technology Ethics and Community Consultative Committee (19 November 2019, Canberra).
Quarterly activities report for April – June 2019
Details of OGTR monitoring and compliance activities during the quarter ended 30 June 2019.
Operations of the Gene Technology Regulator Annual Report 2018-19
The report describes the roles and responsibilities of the Gene Technology Regulator (the Regulator) and the Office of the Gene Technology Regulator (OGTR) during 2018-19.
Communique of GTTAC meeting of 29 October 2019
This Communiqué covers matters considered at the 56th meeting of the Gene Technology Technical Advisory Committee (29 October 2019, Canberra).
The Biology of Nannochloropsis oceanica Suda & Miyashita (a microalga)
This document provides baseline information about the parent organism for use in the risk analysis of genetically modified (GM) N. oceanica that may be released into the Australian environment.
The Biology of Carthamus tinctorius L. (safflower)
This document provides baseline information about the parent organism for use in risk assessments of genetically modified (GM) C. tinctorius that may be released into the Australian environment.
Types of dealings with GMOs classified as NLRDs
This is an excerpt from the Gene Technology Regulations 2001. It describes the types of dealings with GMOs that are classified as NLRDs.
Dealings classified as exempt from 8 October 2019
This is an excerpt from the Gene Technology Regulations 2001 incorporating amendments from Schedule 1 of the Gene Technology Amendment (2019 Measures No. 1) Regulations 2019, which commence on 8 October 2019.
Dealings classified as Notifiable Low Risk Dealings (NLRDs) from October 2019
Schedule 3 of the Gene Technology Regulations 2001 describes the types of dealings with GMOs that are classified as NLRDs. This is an excerpt from the regulations incorporating amendments which commence on 8 October 2019.
Guidance for IBCs: Regulatory requirements for contained research with GMOs containing engineered gene drives
This document provides guidance for Institutional Biosafety Committees (IBCs) and researchers on the regulatory requirements for organisms containing engineered ‘gene drives’, including the physical containment (PC) level of facilities for notifiable low risk dealings (NLRDs).
Guidance on the classification of contained dealings with viral vectors
Look-up tables for classification of contained dealings with viral vectors based on the vector type, characteristics and whether in vitro or in vivo.
Application for a licence for dealings not involving intentional release of a GMO (DNIR)
This application form must be used for applications for a licence for dealings (activities) NOT involving the intentional release of a GMO into the environment (DNIR).
Operational policy NLRDs in alternate facilities - Update September 2019
The purpose of this document is to inform researchers undertaking NLRDs about the Gene Technology Regulator’s (the Regulator’s) operational policy for considering requests to conduct NLRDs in alternate facilities, pursuant to regulation 13(2)(c).
Allegation by Third Parties Protocol In accordance with the Gene Technology Act 2000
This protocol is to provide inquiring third parties with the appropriate information on how to report matters of non-compliance to the OGTR.
Communique of GTTAC meeting of 22 July 2019
This Communique covers matters considered at the 17th video conference of the Gene Technology Technical Advisory Committee (22 July 2019)
OGTR Allegations Protocol
Allegation by Third Parties Protocol In accordance with the Gene Technology Act 2000
Risk Assessment Reference: Regulatory sequences in GM plants
This document describes how the potential risks of regulatory sequences in GM plants are considered when preparing Risk Assessment and Risk Management Plans (RARMPs).
Risk Assessment Reference: Unintended effects
This document describes how the potential risks of unintended effects are considered when preparing Risk Assessment and Risk Management Plans (RARMPs).
Communique of GTECCC meeting of 25-26 June 2019
This Communique covers matters considered at the 12th meeting of the Gene Technology Ethics and Community Consultative Committee (25-26 June 2019, Melbourne).