Customs Act 1901
Notice under Section 15
Boarding Station Appointment
Appointment No. 2540
I, Jeff Buckpitt, delegate of the Chief Executive Officer of Customs, under subsection 15(2) of the Customs Act 1901;
(a) appoint the area known as the RAAF Air Movements Building Boarding Station, RAAF Base Darwin Airport in the territory of Northern Territory as a boarding station; and
(b) fix the limits of that boarding station in accordance with the description set out below;
All of that piece of hard standing, being an area of approximately 8.96 hectares and contained by a line commencing at a point which lies approximately 30 metres to the north of the centre of the main Air Movement Terminal Building at a point on the line delineating the limits of the hardstanding at a point (1) Latitude 12° 25’ 15.90” South, Longitude 130° 52’ 08.00” East; then in a westerly direction for a distance of approximately 30 metres, then continuing initially in a north-westerly direction following the marked line and running parallel to Grandarra Circuit for a distance of approximately 235 metres to a point on the eastern edge of the carpark at a point Latitude 12° 25’ 12.35” South, Longitude 130° 52’ 00.65” East; then in a northerly direction for a distance of approximately 90 metres; then in a westerly direction for a distance of approximately 75 metres to the north west corner of the hangar building at a point Latitude 12° 25’ 09.45” South, Longitude 130° 51’ 58.15” East; then in a northerly direction for a distance of approximately 90 metres to a point Latitude 12° 25’ 06.50” South, Longitude 130° 51’ 58.15” East; then in an easterly direction for a distance of approximately 400 metres to a point on the eastern side of Taxiway C1 at a point Latitude 12° 25’ 06.50” South, Longitude 130° 52’ 11.45” East; then in a a southerly direction and running parallel to the eastern side of Taxiway C1 for a distance of approximately 295 metres to a point Latitude 12° 25’ 16.05” South, Longitude 130° 52’ 12.05” East; then in a westerly direction for a distance of approximately 36 metres to the western edge of the taxiway; then initially in a west north-westerly direction for a distance of approximately 38 metres; then in westerly direction for a distance of approximately 50 metres to the point of commencement.
The map below shows an aerial view of these limits.
(c) Pursuant to subsection 15(3) the RAAF Air Movements Building Boarding Station, RAAF Base Darwin Airport is a limited use boarding station for military aircraft only.
Geographic coordinates are referenced to the Geodetic Datum Australia (GDA94, MGA Zone 52).
Dated the 25th day of January 2013
Jeff Buckpitt
National Director
Passengers Division
Overview
The Customs Act 1901 was enacted by the Australian Parliament to regulate customs and border protection within Australia. This legislation provides the legal framework for the control and management of goods entering and leaving the country, ensuring compliance with customs laws and regulations. One of the specific problems the Act addresses is the need to designate areas where customs operations can be effectively carried out, including the boarding and inspection of aircraft. This ensures that the flow of goods and passengers is managed efficiently and securely. The notice issued under Section 15 of the Act appoints a specific area at RAAF Base Darwin Airport as a boarding station, thereby facilitating the inspection and clearance of military aircraft. This appointment aims to enhance border security and streamline customs procedures for military operations within the designated area. The policy objective of such appointments is to provide a designated and controlled environment for customs operations, ensuring that they are conducted in a manner that complies with national security requirements and facilitates the smooth movement of military aircraft.
Scope and Application
The Customs Act 1901, as evidenced by this Gazette Notice under Section 15, appoints the RAAF Air Movements Building Boarding Station at RAAF Base Darwin Airport in the Northern Territory as a boarding station for military aircraft. This appointment delineates specific geographic coordinates and limits for the boarding station, thereby establishing its legal and physical boundaries. The appointment restricts the use of this boarding station to military aircraft only, indicating a limited scope of application within the broader framework of the Customs Act 1901. The geographic and jurisdictional reach of this legislation is confined to the Commonwealth, specifically within the Northern Territory, as per the coordinates and location provided. There are no stated exclusions or exemptions mentioned in this specific notice, but the application of the Customs Act 1901 can extend or be restricted through subordinate instruments, which are not detailed in this particular notice.
Key Provisions
The Customs Act 1901 (section 15) provides the authority for the appointment of boarding stations for customs purposes, as seen in the Notice under Section 15, Boarding Station Appointment No. 2540. This notice, issued by Jeff Buckpitt as a delegate of the Chief Executive Officer of Customs, appoints the RAAF Air Movements Building Boarding Station at RAAF Base Darwin Airport as a boarding station and specifies its boundaries (section 15(2)). The designated area for this boarding station spans approximately 8.96 hectares, with precise geographic coordinates provided to outline its perimeter, beginning at a point north of the main Air Movement Terminal Building and ending back at the same point, as described in detail in the notice (section 15(3)).
The Act imposes several obligations and requirements on the parties governed by it. Firstly, the designated boarding station must adhere to the specified limits and serve its designated purpose, which in this case is for military aircraft only. The notice mandates that this area is a limited use boarding station, reinforcing its exclusive use for military purposes (section 15(3)). Furthermore, any operations within the boarding station must comply with the broader regulations outlined in the Customs Act 1901, ensuring that customs procedures are correctly followed, and any goods or persons entering or leaving the station are properly inspected and documented.
Failure to comply with the provisions of the Customs Act 1901 can result in significant consequences. Offences under this Act can lead to both civil and criminal penalties. For instance, knowingly making a false statement or providing incorrect information in relation to customs matters can attract fines and imprisonment, as outlined in other sections of the Act. The specific maximum penalties for breaches are not detailed in the notice itself but are governed by the broader legislative framework, which can impose fines and imprisonment terms depending on the severity of the offence. Therefore, adherence to the Act is crucial to avoid any legal repercussions.