Statutory Rules
1973 No. 217
REGULATION UNDER THE CUSTOMS ACT 1901-1971.*
I, THE GOVERNOR-GENERAL of Australia, acting with the advice of the Executive Council, hereby make the following Regulation under the Customs Act 1901-1971.
Dated this sixth day of November, 1973.
PAUL HASLUCK
Governor-General.
By His Excellency’s Command,
LIONEL MURPHY
Minister of State for Customs and Excise.
Amendment of the Customs (Prohibited Imports) Regulations†
Second Schedule.
The Second Schedule to the Customs (Prohibited Imports) Regulations is amended by omitting item 7a and substituting the following item:—
“7a | Cocoa beans and goods made exclusively from cocoa beans”.
* Notified in the Australian Government Gazette on 15 November 1973.
† Statutory Rules 1956, No. 90, as amended by Statutory Rules 1958, Nos. 6 and 67; 1959, Nos. 17, 31 and 93; 1960, No. 22; 1961, No. 117; 1962, No. 82; 1963, No. 26; 1964, Nos. 25 and 39; 1965, Nos. 81,91, 135, 167 and 190, 1966, No. 95: 1967, Nos. 41, 58, 114 and 178; 1968, Nos. 100, 141 and 161; 1969, Nos. 2, 7, 10, 39, 43 and 218; 1970 No. 8, 72, 105 and 194; 1972, No. 97; and 1973, Nos. 5, 6, 42, 43, 89, 93, 162 and 175.
Overview
The Statutory Rules 1973 No. 217, made under the Customs Act 1901-1971, were enacted to amend the Customs (Prohibited Imports) Regulations by omitting certain items and introducing new regulatory measures. This regulation, dated 6 November 1973, was made by the Governor-General of Australia, Paul Hasluck, with the advice of the Executive Council and the authority of Lionel Murphy, Minister of State for Customs and Excise. The Second Schedule to the Customs (Prohibited Imports) Regulations was specifically amended to replace item 7a with a new item pertaining to cocoa beans and goods made exclusively from cocoa beans, thereby addressing specific regulatory gaps in the import restrictions of these goods. The enactment reflects the policy objective to maintain control over the importation of certain goods by updating the regulatory framework to respond to changing trade practices and commodities.
Scope and Application
The Statutory Rules 1973 No. 217, made under the Customs Act 1901-1971, amends the Customs (Prohibited Imports) Regulations by modifying the Second Schedule. This amendment specifically targets the entry concerning cocoa beans and goods made exclusively from cocoa beans. This legislative instrument applies to all entities and individuals involved in the importation of goods into Australia, ensuring compliance with the updated regulations regarding the importation of cocoa beans and cocoa-based products. The geographic reach of this regulation is nationwide, applying to all states and territories within Australia. There are no stated exclusions or exemptions in this particular amendment, and it does not specify any thresholds. The scope of the amendment is limited to the specified items within the Customs (Prohibited Imports) Regulations, and its application may be further defined or extended through subordinate instruments issued under the authority of the Customs Act 1901-1971.
Key Provisions
The Statutory Rules 1973 No. 217 under the Customs Act 1901-1971 modify the Customs (Prohibited Imports) Regulations by specifically addressing the import of cocoa beans and goods made exclusively from cocoa beans. According to the Second Schedule of these regulations, item 7a is amended to include "Cocoa beans and goods made exclusively from cocoa beans" (Second Schedule, item 7a). This legislative change likely signifies an alteration in the customs restrictions or requirements for importing these items into Australia.
The amendment imposes specific obligations on importers and relevant authorities. Importers must now comply with the updated regulations concerning cocoa beans and products derived solely from cocoa beans. This includes adhering to any new or modified procedures, documentation requirements, and restrictions that may be associated with these imports. The customs authorities are tasked with enforcing these regulations, ensuring that all imports of cocoa beans and related goods are compliant with the stipulated provisions.
There are potential civil and criminal consequences for non-compliance with these regulations. Importers who fail to adhere to the updated requirements could face penalties. While the specific penalties are not detailed in the provided excerpt, under the Customs Act 1901-1971, breaches can result in fines and, in severe cases, criminal charges. The exact penalties would depend on the nature and severity of the breach, as outlined in the broader legislative framework.