ABOUT US

RNA Australia’s Role

Our Facility
The Team

We oversight the operator of the Pilot RNA Manufacturing Facility, including ensuring that the Facility and associated licenses are maintained and that the operator is meeting KPIs.

We are the primary point of contact (‘front door’) for the NSW RNA ecosystem, helping universities access the facility, and promoting, supporting and connecting the RNA ecosystem.
We do this by supporting sustainable operations, advancing research and commercialisation of leading RNA technologies, and accelerating development of new products, services, and vaccines.
We also aim to expand RNA applications across medicine, agriculture, and biosecurity, improve access to advanced therapies for humans and animals, strengthen collaboration between research and industry, and foster the skills needed for innovation and manufacturing.
OBJECTIVES

NSW Objectives For RNA Ecosystem

Industry Development

Supporting the establishment of
a new medical manufacturing and research industry in RNA technology and therapeutics in NSW.

Manufacturing Capability

Creating new jobs and further skills pathways in advanced manufacturing supported by a strong pipeline of R&D.

Investment Attraction

Attracting new and emerging organisations to NSW to build and broaden an RNA industry and ensure there is a focus on commercialisation.

Pandemic Preparedness

Providing security of vaccine supply to address pandemics and other health emergencies into the future.

Our Vision

Our vision is that Australia develops a globally respected RNA ecosystem, and that Australians benefit from RNA innovations.

Our Purpose

We will drive RNA innovation in Australia by supporting access to the RNA Pilot Manufacturing Facility and the translation of research into real-world applications and products

Our Brand Promise

We help translate great research into real-world applications and products.

VALUES

We have six values that will guide our work.

We act with honesty, transparency, and independence to build public and stakeholder trust in the RNA industry.

We work collaboratively across sectors — including academia, industry, government, and communities — to ensure a thriving and responsible RNA ecosystem.

We encourage innovation and entrepreneurship underpinned by strong ethical frameworks, safety standards, and risk management.

We prioritise actions that create public benefit for Australians, including improved health and economic outcomes .

We uphold high standards of governance and ensure the operation of the facility & RNAA’a actions are measurable, reportable, and open to scrutiny.

We support scientific excellence, evidence-based policy, rigorous analysis, and collaboration with leading experts.