Comments: Gene Technology Regulatory Scheme Review 2017

"We seek to reform and improve the Scheme without sacrificing the checks and balances that all Governments originally agreed to, when the framework was negotiated and came into force in 2001."

Comments on Treasury proposals to strengthen DGR governance arrangements

Tax Deductible Gift Recipient Reform Opportunities
Comments on Treasury proposals to strengthen DGR governance arrangements, reduce administrative complexity and ensure that an organisation’s eligibility for DGR status is up to date.

Organic Industry : Accessing Premium Markets

Indepth study urging the precautionary principle to be used to protect to our valuable markets. Includes threats from new GM technology and the need for farmers protection legislation.

Intergovernmental Agreement on Biosecurity : Draft Report

Submission of the Invasive Species Council (ISC) to the Review of the Intergovernmental Agreement on Biosecurity : Draft Report.

"The ISC campaigns for better laws and policies to protect the Australian environment from weeds, feral animals and other invasive species. ISC is pleased to see significant emphasis placed on environmental biosecurity in the draft report ".

Gene Ethics Pre-Budget Submission

Proposals to improve the allocation of government resources, including rejecting the TPP and supporting research into sustainable agriculture.