Apple and Pear Bounty Regulations (Amendment)

Overview

The Apple and Pear Bounty Regulations 1936, enacted by the Governor-General in accordance with the advice of the Federal Executive Council, represent a legislative effort to address issues related to the apple and pear industries during the Great Depression. The underlying Act, the Apple and Pear Bounty Act 1936, was designed to provide financial relief to apple and pear growers, aiming to stabilise and boost the agricultural sector amidst economic hardship. These regulations amend the existing Apple and Pear Bounty Regulations to reflect changes in the responsible authorities and officers, updating the structure to align with the newly established Fruit Growers Relief 1936 Committee, thereby ensuring that the administration of bounties and relief measures remains effective and relevant.

Scope and Application

The Apple and Pear Bounty Regulations, as amended by Statutory Rules 1936, No. 128, are made under the Apple and Pear Bounty Act 1936 and pertain specifically to the administration of bounties for apple and pear growers within the Commonwealth of Australia. These regulations are designed to govern the processes and authorities involved in the implementation of the bounty scheme, ensuring that the correct entities and individuals are responsible for the administration and oversight of the bounty payments. The amendment to the regulations replaces references to the Fruit Growers Relief 1934 Committee with the Fruit Growers Relief 1936 Committee, reflecting an update in the relevant administrative body responsible for the distribution of bounties. This change is aimed at maintaining the efficiency and effectiveness of the bounty program by aligning it with the current authorised committee established under the relevant relief act. These regulations apply to the authorised officers and the relevant committee established under the Fruit Growers Relief (Commonwealth Payment) Act 1936, which is the body designated to administer the bounty payments for apple and pear growers. The scope of the regulations is limited to the Commonwealth of Australia, meaning they apply nationally across all states and territories within the country. The regulations are focused on the conduct and transactions related to the bounty payments, ensuring that they are accurately and fairly distributed to eligible growers. There are no specific exclusions or exemptions mentioned within these regulations, and any further details or specific criteria for eligibility would be outlined in the overarching Apple and Pear Bounty Act 1936 or in other subordinate instruments that may extend or restrict the application of the bounty scheme.

Key Provisions

The key operative sections of the Apple and Pear Bounty Regulations 1936 (C1936L00128) involve amendments to the existing regulations under the Apple and Pear Bounty Act 1936. Specifically, Regulation 4 is amended to replace references to the "Fruit Growers Relief 1934 Committee" with the "Fruit Growers Relief 1936 Committee" (Section 1). Similarly, Regulation 5 is amended to update references from the "Chairman of the Fruit Growers Relief 1934 Committee" to the "Chairman of the Fruit Growers Relief 1936 Committee" (Section 2). These amendments ensure that the regulatory framework aligns with the new committee established under the Fruit Growers Relief 1936 Act. These regulations impose certain obligations and requirements on the parties or entities they govern. Firstly, the regulations require that any reference to the previous committee, the "Fruit Growers Relief 1934 Committee," be updated to reflect the new committee, the "Fruit Growers Relief 1936 Committee." This change mandates that all documents, notifications, and communications previously directed to the 1934 Committee must now be addressed to the 1936 Committee. Additionally, the Chairman of the new committee is now the point of contact for regulatory matters that were previously managed by the 1934 Committee's Chairman. This ensures continuity and proper governance under the new legislative framework. Any non-compliance with these amended regulations may lead to civil or administrative consequences. While the specific consequences are not detailed in the statutory rules, breaches of regulations typically result in penalties, fines, or other corrective actions as deemed necessary by the relevant authorities. For instance, failure to update references to the new committee could result in delays or misdirected communications, potentially affecting the administration of bounties and relief payments to apple and pear growers. It is essential for all parties involved to adhere to these regulations to avoid any legal repercussions.