Dried Fruits Export Control (Licences) Regulations (Amendment)

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STATUTORY RULES.

1926. No. 107.

 

REGULATIONS UNDER THE DRIED FRUITS EXPORT CONTROL ACT 1924.

I, THE DEPUTY OF THE GOVERNOR-GENERAL in and over the Commonwealth of Australia, acting with the advice of the Federal Executive Council, do hereby make the following Regulations under the Dried Fruits Export Control Act 1924, to come into operation on the first day of March, 1926.

Dated this eleventh day of August, 1926.

SOMERS,

Deputy of the Governor-General.

By His Excellency’s Command,

T. PATERSON,

Minister of State for Markets and Migration.

 

Amendment of Dried Fruits Export Control (Licences) Regulations.

(Statutory Rules 1925, No. 63.)

1. Regulations 4, 5, and 6 of the Dried Fruits Export Control (Licences) Regulations are repealed and the following regulations inserted in their stead:—

Licence to export to United Kingdom.

“4. A licence to export dried fruits to the United Kingdom shall be granted upon and subject to the conditions:—

(a) That the exporter shall insure each shipment of dried fruits with such the Board determines;

(b) That the exporter shall ship all dried fruits through such shipping companies as the Board determines;

(c) That the exporter shall not complete the sale of the dried fruits until the contract of sale is approved of by the London Agency of the Board, or any person authorized in that behalf by the London Agency of the Board; and

(d) That the statements contained in the application are true and correct in every particular.

Licence to export to New Zealand.

“5. A licence to export dried fruits to New Zealand shall be granted upon and subject to the conditions:—

(a) That the Minister is satisfied that the fruit is sold to such purchasers and through such agents and in such quantities as the Board determines ;

(b) That the exporter shall insure each shipment of dried fruits with such company or companies as the Board determines ;

(c) That the exporter shall ship all dried fruits through such shipping companies as the Board determines ; and

(d) That the statements contained in the application are true and correct in every particular.

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Licence to export to other countries.

“6. A licence to export dried fruits to countries other than the United Kingdom and New Zealand shall be granted upon and subject to the conditions :—

(a) That the dried fruits have actually been sold for consumption outside Australia at a price approved by the Board;

(b) That it is a condition of the sale that the purchaser shall not tranship or re-export the dried fruits to the United Kingdom;

(c) That the exporter shall insure each shipment of dried fruits with such company or companies as the Board determines ;

(d) That the exporter shall ship all dried fruits through such shipping companies as the Board determines ;

(e) That in the case of sales of dried fruits to Canada, the Minister is satisfied that the fruit is sold subject to such terms and conditions as are approved by the Board and in such quantities as are from time to time determined by the Board ; and

(f) That the statements contained in the application are true and correct in every particular.”

2. The Schedule to the Dried Fruits Export Control (Licences) Regulations is amended by omitting Forms B and C and inserting in their stead the following forms :—

Form B.

No.

Commonwealth of Australia.

Dried Fruits Export Control Act, 1924.

LICENCE TO EXPORT DRIED FRUITS TO THE UNITED KINGDOM.

This is to certify that in pursuance of Section 14 of the Dried Fruits Export Control Act 1924 a licence for the period from                                                                                     to                                                         (both inclusive) has been granted to                                                                       of                                           to export to                                                         the following dried fruits :—

Class and Grade of Fruit.

Quantity.

Name and Address of Consignee.

 

 

 

The licence is granted upon the following conditions:—

(a) That the exporter shall insure each shipment of dried fruits with such company or companies as the Board determines ;

(b) That the exporter shall ship all dried fruits through such shipping companies as the Board determines ;

(c) That the exporter shall not complete the sale of the dried fruits until the contract of sale is approved of by the London Agency of the Board, or any person authorized in that behalf by the London Agency of the Board; and

(d) That the statements contained in the application dated    made by                                            are true and correct in every particular.

Dated this     day of    , 192 .

Secretary,

Department of Markets and Migration.


Form C.

No.

Commonwealth of Australia.

Dried Fruits Export Control Act, 1924.

LICENCE TO EXPORT DRIED FRUITS TO COUNTRIES OTHER THAN THE UNITED KINGDOM.

This is to certify that in pursuance of Section 14 of the Dried Fruits Export Control Act 1924 a licence for the period from                                                                       to                                                                       (both inclusive) has been granted to                             of                                                                                     to export to                                                                       the following dried fruits:—

Class and Grade of Fruit.

Quantity.

Name and Address of Purchaser.

Particulars of Selling Price

 

 

 

 

The licence is granted upon the following conditions :—

(a) That the dried fruits have actually been sold for consumption outside Australia at a price approved by the Board ;

(b) That it is a condition of the sale that the purchaser shall not tranship or re-export the dried fruits to the United Kingdom ;

(c) That the exporter shall insure each shipment of dried fruits with such company or companies as the Board determines ;

(d) That the exporter shall ship all dried fruits through such shipping companies as the Board determines ;

(e) That in the case of sales of dried fruits to Canada, the Minister is satisfied that the fruit is sold subject to such terms and conditions as are approved by the Board and in such quantities as are from time to time determined by the Board ; and

(f) That the statements contained in the application dated                    made by                                                         are true and correct in every particular.

Dated this    day of     , 192 .

Secretary,

Department of Markets and Migration.

 

Printed and Published for the Government of the Commonwealth of Australia by H. J. Green, Government Printer for the State of Victoria.

Overview

The Dried Fruits Export Control Act 1924 was enacted by the Parliament of Australia to address the need for regulation and control over the export of dried fruits from Australia, particularly to ensure fair trading practices and protect the interests of exporters. This legislation aimed to provide a framework for the licensing and regulation of dried fruit exports, ensuring that exporters comply with certain conditions to maintain the quality and integrity of Australian dried fruits in the international market. The policy objective of the Act was to protect the reputation of Australian dried fruits abroad and to ensure that exporters adhered to specified standards and practices. The Act was supported by regulations such as the Dried Fruits Export Control (Licences) Regulations 1926, which outlined the detailed conditions under which export licenses could be granted, including insurance requirements, approved shipping companies, and sales conditions. These regulations were intended to enforce the Act's objectives by setting specific parameters for the export process.

Scope and Application

The Dried Fruits Export Control (Licences) Regulations 1926, made under the authority of the Dried Fruits Export Control Act 1924, pertain to the licensing requirements for the export of dried fruits from Australia. These regulations apply to individuals and entities exporting dried fruits, imposing specific conditions for obtaining a licence to export these goods to designated countries, namely the United Kingdom, New Zealand, and other countries. The Act has a national reach, as it is a Commonwealth legislation, thereby extending its application across the entire territory of Australia. The regulations outline conditions such as insurance requirements, approved shipping companies, and approval of contracts by the London Agency of the Board. Notably, the Minister may also impose additional conditions for exports to Canada. These regulations are enforced through the issuance of licences, which must adhere to the stipulated terms and conditions, ensuring compliance with the Act's provisions.

Key Provisions

The Dried Fruits Export Control (Licences) Regulations, as amended by Statutory Rules 1926, No. 107, provide detailed conditions under which licences to export dried fruits can be granted. These licences are necessary for exports to the United Kingdom, New Zealand, and other countries (Regulation 4, 5, and 6 respectively). The regulations stipulate that a licence to export to the United Kingdom requires the exporter to insure each shipment with a company determined by the Board, ship through specified shipping companies, and not complete the sale until the contract of sale is approved by the London Agency of the Board (Regulation 4). For exports to New Zealand, the regulations require that the Minister be satisfied that the fruit is sold to approved purchasers through approved agents and in approved quantities, along with similar insurance and shipping conditions (Regulation 5). Exports to other countries must meet additional conditions, including that the dried fruits must have been sold at an approved price, that there is a prohibition on the purchaser re-exporting the fruits to the United Kingdom, and for sales to Canada, specific terms and quantities approved by the Board (Regulation 6). These regulations impose specific obligations on exporters, such as obtaining the necessary insurance for each shipment, adhering to the approved shipping companies, ensuring the sale is approved by relevant authorities, and ensuring that the statements made in the application for the licence are true and correct. Exporters must also comply with the specific conditions tied to the destination country, such as the sale price and the prohibition on re-exporting to the United Kingdom. Failure to meet these obligations could result in the revocation of the licence and potential legal consequences. The regulations do not explicitly outline penalties for non-compliance, but violations of the conditions set forth in the regulations could lead to administrative actions such as the revocation of the export licence, fines, or other penalties as prescribed under the overarching Dried Fruits Export Control Act 1924. Such actions would be determined by the relevant authorities, including the Board and the Minister, in accordance with the legislative framework governing the export of dried fruits.

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