Exports (Dairy Produce) Regulations (Amendment)

Overview

The Statutory Rules 1969 No. ________, made under the Customs Act 1901-1968 and the Commerce (Trade Descriptions) Act 1905-1966, were enacted to address the transition of Australia to decimal currency, which was introduced on 14 February 1966. These regulations amend the Exports (Dairy Produce) Regulations to update fees and other monetary amounts from the old currency system to the new decimal currency. The problem this legislation aimed to solve was ensuring that all fees, charges, and financial provisions within the specified regulations were aligned with the new decimal currency system to prevent confusion and ensure compliance with the monetary reforms. The regulations were made by the Governor-General in Council, acting on the advice of the Minister of State for Primary Industry and for and on behalf of the Minister of State for Customs and Excise. The policy objective was to facilitate a smooth transition to decimal currency by updating relevant financial provisions in the Exports (Dairy Produce) Regulations. The enacting body, the Federal Executive Council, aimed to ensure that all economic activities, including those governed by the Customs Act and the Commerce (Trade Descriptions) Act, would operate without disruption following the monetary reform.

Scope and Application

The Exports (Dairy Produce) Regulations, as amended by these Regulations, apply specifically to the export of dairy produce, which includes any product derived from milk. These regulations are applicable to entities and individuals involved in the export of such produce, ensuring compliance with the stipulated fees and monetary values as set out in the Customs Act 1901-1968 and the Commerce (Trade Descriptions) Act 1905-1966. The amendments to the fees for officer’s services and the conversion to decimal currency affect all parties engaged in the export of dairy products from Australia. These Regulations extend across the Commonwealth of Australia, covering all states and territories uniformly. There are no stated exclusions or exemptions within the scope of these regulations, but they may be subject to further modifications through subordinate instruments as required by the Acts under which they are made.

Key Provisions

The main operative sections of the Statutory Rules 1969 No.________ pertain to the amendment of the Exports (Dairy Produce) Regulations, specifically under the Customs Act 1901-1968 and the Commerce (Trade Descriptions) Act 1905-1966. Regulation 31 is modified to change the fees for officers' services, with the fee for a particular service increasing from three dollars to four dollars, and from two dollars and twenty-five cents to three dollars for another service. Furthermore, the Schedule of these Regulations details amendments in relation to decimal currency, where various monetary values previously specified in pounds, shillings, and pence are now converted to dollars and cents. For instance, Regulation 12 changes from fifty pounds to one hundred dollars, while Regulation 30 (2.) is adjusted from a specific amount in pounds, shillings, and pence to a new value in dollars and cents. These Regulations impose certain obligations and requirements on the parties involved in the exports of dairy produce. Specifically, they mandate that the fees for officers' services must be updated as specified in Regulation 31. Additionally, any references to monetary values within the Exports (Dairy Produce) Regulations must be converted to comply with the decimal currency system, as outlined in the Schedule. This ensures that all financial transactions and fees associated with dairy produce exports are uniformly updated to reflect the new monetary standards. Failure to adhere to the requirements set forth in these Regulations could result in various consequences, though the specific penalties are not detailed in the text provided. Typically, under the Acts under which these Regulations are made, breaches may lead to fines, legal action, or other administrative penalties. However, the exact penalties and consequences would need to be referenced in the primary Acts themselves or in further detailed subsidiary legislation. The importance of these amendments lies in ensuring that all financial aspects of dairy exports are clear and consistent with contemporary currency standards.