STATUTORY RULES.
1941. No. 44.
REGULATIONS UNDER THE DRIED FRUITS EXPORT CHARGES ACT 1924–1929.*
WHEREAS by section 4 of the Dried Fruits Export Charges Act 1924–1929 it is provided that the Governor-General may, after report to the Minister by the Dried Fruits Control Board constituted under the Dried Fruits Export Control Act 1924–1938, make Regulations prescribing a lower rate of the charge imposed on dried currants, dried sultanas or dried lexias exported from the Commonwealth on or after such date as is specified in the Regulations, not being earlier than the first day of March, One thousand nine hundred and twenty-seven:
And whereas the said Dried Fruits Control Board has reported to the Minister that the rates of charge imposed on dried currants, dried sultanas and dried lexias exported from the Commonwealth on or after the first day of March, One thousand nine hundred and forty-one, should be as prescribed by the regulations hereunder, being rates lower than the rates imposed by the Dried Fruits Export Charges Act 1924–1929:
Now therefore I, the Governor-General in and over the Commonwealth of Australia, acting with the advice of the Federal Executive Council, hereby make the following regulations under the Dried Fruits Export Charges Act 1924–1929.
Dated this twenty sixth day of February, 1941.
Governor-General.
By His Excellency’s Command,
Minister of State for Commerce.
Amendment of the Dried Fruits Export Charges Regulations.†
Commencement.
1. These Regulations shall come into operation on the first day of March, 1941.
2. Regulation 4 of the Dried Fruits Export Charges Regulations is repealed and the following regulation inserted in its stead:—
Rates of charge on certain dried fruits.
“4. The charge imposed and to be levied and paid under section 3 of the Dried Fruits Export Charges Act 1924–1929 on dried currants, dried sultanas and dried lexias exported from the Commonwealth on
* Notified in the Commonwealth Gazette on February, 1941.
† Statutory Rules 1938, No. 23, as amended by Statutory Rules 1939, No. 17, and 1940, No. 41.
998.—6/18.2.1941.—Price 3d.
or after the first day of March, 1941, shall he imposed, levied and paid at the following rates:—
(a) the rate in respect of dried currants shall be twopence halfpenny for each hundredweight of dried currants exported;
(b) the rate in respect of dried sultanas shall be threepence halfpenny for each hundredweight of dried sultanas exported; and
(c) the rate in respect of dried lexias shall be threepence halfpenny for each hundredweight of dried lexias exported.”.
By Authority: L. F. Johnston, Commonwealth Government Printer, Canberra.
Overview
The Dried Fruits Export Charges Act 1924–1929, enacted by the Parliament of Australia, was designed to regulate the charges imposed on the export of dried fruits such as currants, sultanas, and lexias. The Act aimed to establish a framework for the imposition of these charges, providing flexibility to adjust the rates based on market conditions and economic considerations. The legislative instrument C1941L00045, which consists of the Dried Fruits Export Charges Regulations 1941, was introduced to amend the existing rates of charge under the Act, following a recommendation from the Dried Fruits Control Board. The policy objective of these regulations was to lower the export charges for the specified dried fruits to better align with the economic climate of the time and to support the industry's competitiveness in international markets.
Scope and Application
The Dried Fruits Export Charges Regulations, established under the Dried Fruits Export Charges Act 1924–1929, apply to all dried fruits such as currants, sultanas, and lexias exported from the Commonwealth of Australia on or after the first day of March, 1941. These regulations are applicable to individuals and entities involved in the export of these dried fruits from Australian territory, encompassing the entire dried fruits export industry. The regulations set forth the specific rates at which charges are to be levied on these exports, thereby directly impacting the costs and pricing strategies of those involved in the trade. Geographically, the scope of these regulations extends to the entire Commonwealth, ensuring a uniform application across all states and territories within Australia. However, the regulations do not specify any exclusions, exemptions, or thresholds for the applicability of the charges. The application and enforcement of these regulations may be further detailed or extended through subordinate instruments, which are not explicitly mentioned in the provided text but are implied through the act’s provision for such regulations.
Key Provisions
The main operative sections of these Regulations (referred to as the Dried Fruits Export Charges Regulations) involve the amendment of the charge rates imposed on the export of dried currants, dried sultanas, and dried lexias from the Commonwealth, as set out in section 4 of the Dried Fruits Export Charges Act 1924–1929 (referred to as the Act). Regulation 4, which replaces Regulation 4 of the existing Dried Fruits Export Charges Regulations, specifies new rates for these charges. Specifically, for dried currants, the charge is set at twopence halfpenny per hundredweight; for dried sultanas, it is threepence halfpenny per hundredweight; and for dried lexias, it is also threepence halfpenny per hundredweight. These new rates apply to exports on or after the first day of March, 1941.
The obligations and requirements imposed by these Regulations are primarily concerned with the modification of the charge rates for the export of certain dried fruits. The regulations require that the new rates specified in Regulation 4 be applied to the relevant dried fruits exported from the Commonwealth on or after the specified date. This includes ensuring that the appropriate charge is levied and paid by the exporters of these dried fruits. The regulations also necessitate that the revised rates be implemented as of the date specified, which is the first day of March, 1941.
The Regulations do not explicitly state any offences, penalties, or civil/criminal consequences for breach of the regulations. However, it can be inferred that failure to comply with the specified charge rates and the obligation to pay the appropriate charges could lead to legal consequences under the Act or other applicable laws. The penalties for such breaches would likely depend on the severity and intent of the non-compliance, potentially including fines or other legal actions. The exact penalties would be determined based on the relevant provisions of the Act and any other applicable legislation.