Dairying Industry Research and Promotion Levy Amendment Act 1983
No. 65 of 1983
An Act to amend the Dairying Industry Research and Promotion Levy Act 1972
[Assented to 18 October 1983]
BE IT ENACTED by the Queen, and the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Commonwealth of Australia, as follows:
Short title, &c.
1. (1) This Act may be cited as the Dairying Industry Research and Promotion Levy Amendment Act 1983.
(2) The Dairying Industry Research and Promotion Levy Act 19721 is in this Act referred to as the Principal Act.
Commencement
2. This Act shall come into operation on the day on which it receives the Royal Assent.
Amount of levy
3. Section 7 of the Principal Act is amended by omitting from paragraph (b) “12 cents” and substituting “24 cents”.
Exemptions
4. Section 9 of the Principal Act is amended by omitting from paragraph (1) (b) “gallons” and substituting “litres”.
Amount of levy
5. Section 11 of the Principal Act is amended by omitting from paragraph (b) “$3” and substituting “$6”.
NOTE
1. No. 31, 1972, as amended. For previous amendments, see No. 216, 1973 (as amended by No. 20, 1974); Nos. 78 and 200, 1976; No. 138, 1978; No. 170, 1980; and No. 12, 1981.
Overview
The Dairying Industry Research and Promotion Levy Amendment Act 1983 is a legislative amendment introduced to update and improve the regulatory framework surrounding the dairy industry in Australia. Enacted by the Parliament of Australia, this Act amends the Dairying Industry Research and Promotion Levy Act 1972, addressing specific issues and updating the financial contributions required from industry participants. The primary objective of the Act is to modernise and rationalise the levy system, ensuring that the necessary funds for research and promotion activities within the dairy sector are effectively managed and appropriately increased to meet current needs. By making these amendments, the Act aims to support the ongoing development and sustainability of the dairy industry, thereby contributing to the broader agricultural sector's prosperity.
Scope and Application
The Dairying Industry Research and Promotion Levy Amendment Act 1983 amends the Dairying Industry Research and Promotion Levy Act 1972. This Act applies to all entities involved in the dairying industry, including milk producers and processors, within the Commonwealth of Australia. It specifically targets the levy on milk, which is used to fund research and promotion activities within the industry. The Act increases the levy from 12 cents to 24 cents per litre of milk and raises the threshold for the application of the levy from $3 to $6. The amendment is designed to better reflect the current financial needs of the industry and ensure adequate funding for research and promotion efforts. The Act's provisions apply nationally across Australia, impacting all entities within the dairying sector regardless of state or territory. There are no explicit exclusions or exemptions detailed within the text of the Act, although the application of the levy may be subject to further clarification or exclusion through subordinate instruments.
Key Provisions
The Dairying Industry Research and Promotion Levy Amendment Act 1983 (Act No. 65 of 1983) amends the Dairying Industry Research and Promotion Levy Act 1972 (Principal Act). The amendments primarily focus on adjusting the amount of the levy and the units of measurement used for levy calculation. Section 3 of the Act increases the levy from 12 cents to 24 cents, while Section 4 updates the unit of measurement from gallons to litres. Section 5 further amends the levy by increasing it from $3 to $6.
The Act imposes certain obligations on parties subject to the levy, requiring them to comply with the new rates and units of measurement for calculating and paying the levy. This includes businesses and entities involved in the dairy industry who must adjust their accounting and reporting mechanisms to reflect these changes. The amendments aim to ensure that the research and promotion activities funded by the levy are adequately supported by updated financial contributions.
In terms of legal consequences, the Act does not explicitly detail specific offences, penalties, or civil/criminal consequences for non-compliance. However, non-compliance with the levy requirements could potentially lead to legal action, fines, or other penalties under the broader administrative and compliance frameworks of Australian law. It is essential for entities within the dairy industry to ensure they are fully compliant with these amendments to avoid any potential legal repercussions.