There has been a drop in both awareness and support for gene technologies in Australia since 2012, with mean levels of support dropping from 6.07 out of ten to 5.33. As in previous studies it appears that people with less knowledge of gene technology are less likely to support it.
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.
This document sets out the policy framework the Office of the Gene Technology Regulator (OGTR) will use when dealing with possible contraventions of the legislation in accordance with criminal, civil and administrative provisions.
This conceptual discussion paper proposes a generic framework for the environmental risk assessment (ERA) of organisms including a set of generic risk factors based on biological attributes of organisms and bio-physical characteristics of interactions of organisms with the environment.
The GMO Register is a list of activities (dealings) with approved genetically modified organisms. It contains dealings found to be safe enough to be done by anyone without the need for a licence. Find out more about the GMO Register.
This update outlines the work of the Office of the Gene Technology Regulator (OGTR) in ensuring compliance with Australia’s gene technology legislation and regulations.
Monitoring Protocol In accordance with the Gene Technology Act 2000.
Allegation by Third Parties Protocol In accordance with the Gene Technology Act 2000
Audit Protocol In accordance with the Gene Technology Act 2000
The Regulator is an independent statutory office holder who administers the Act and has powers under the Act to monitor for compliance, and to take enforcement action when required.