ODC Australia

We have published the 2025-26 Business Plan for the Office of Drug Control (ODC). This plan outlines our strategic priorities and operational focus for the financial year: odc.gov.au/resources/publ…

We have updated our compliance and enforcement framework for 2025-2028. This framework will help you understand your legal obligations when dealing with controlled drugs, and the regulatory and administrative tools we use to ensure compliance. Read more: odc.gov.au/resources/publ…

We have published a Cost Recovery Implementation Statement (CRIS) which provides information on how the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing implements cost recovery for regulatory activities associated with the Medicinal Cannabis Scheme: odc.gov.au/resources/publ…

We have published a Cost Recovery Implementation Statement (CRIS) which provides information on how the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing implements cost recovery for regulatory activities associated with the Medicinal Cannabis Scheme: odc.gov.au/resources/publ…

We conduct an annual review of fees and charges to apply indexation resulting in minor increases to the medicinal cannabis fees and charges applied at the beginning of the financial year. Visit our website for updates effective from 1 July 2025: odc.gov.au/resources/guid…

The Australian Government is currently operating under Caretaker Conventions. During the Caretaker period, comments have been turned off.

In the next Health Business Services Portal update, current medicinal cannabis and narcotic drug manufacturing licence holders will be able to apply for a licence variation within the Portal. odc.gov.au/news-media/mor…

We have published a Cost Recovery Implementation Statement explaining how the Department of Health and Aged Care implements cost recovery for regulatory activities associated with the Medicinal Cannabis Scheme under the Narcotic Drugs Act 1967 odc.gov.au/resources/publ…

We've been working to establish an online portal to make it easier and more convenient for you to do business with us. We're pleased to announce the HBS portal is live for new medicinal cannabis and narcotic drug manufacture licence applications: odc.gov.au/news-media/new…

The ODC is transitioning to an online system for submitting new medicinal cannabis licence applications from mid-2024. Find out about new online forms for licence applications, including actions to take if you are currently preparing an application 👉 odc.gov.au/transformation…

From 1 July 2024, all new licence applications will sit within a secure client portal. These forms are web-based, which will allow you to input information and data and submit it online. Visit our website to find out more: odc.gov.au/transformation…

📢 Join us for this webinar as we provide an update on the ODC’s new online pathway to apply for an initial set of licences from mid-2024. • When: Monday 29 April 2024 • Where: Online • When: 10am – 11am AEST Register here 👉 odc.gov.au/news-media/eve…

We’re working on a range of transformative changes to make it simpler and easier for you to do business with us. Check in regularly to stay informed about the updates and changes on our website 👉 odc.gov.au/news-media/new…

From 1 January, the import of disposable vapes is prohibited unless the importer holds a licence and permit. From 1 March, the import of other vaping goods, including devices, accessories, and substances, will require a licence and permit. Read more: odc.gov.au/news-media/new…

We will have limited operations from 3pm Friday 22 December 2023 until Tuesday 2 January 2024. Please use our email form on our website to contact us during this period. We wish you a safe and happy festive season! Read more: #holiday-period-contact-information" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">odc.gov.au/about-us/conta…

📢 The kava pilot ends on 31 December 2023. Importers can continue to apply for import permission for kava. See our website for updates regarding the pilot and the final report on monitoring and evaluation of the second phase of the kava pilot program 👉 odc.gov.au/news-media/new…

Information on cannabis-related activities regulated by the Office of Drug Control is now available. The information relates to the quantity of cannabis imported, exported, produced, and held in stock. Read more: odc.gov.au/news-media/new…

The 2023 -24 Cost Recovery Implementation Statement (CRIS) has been updated to include 2022-23 financial and non-financial details. Read more: odc.gov.au/resources/publ…

Stronger controls are expected to be imposed progressively on the importation, manufacture, supply, advertising and commercial possession of vapes in 2024. Read more: odc.gov.au/news-media/new…

We have issued six infringement notices totalling $99,000 to Queensland-based company Cannatrek Technologies Pty Ltd (Cannatrek) for alleged breaches of its medicinal cannabis licence. Read more: odc.gov.au/news-media/new…