Exports (Dairy Produce) Regulations (Amendment)

Overview

Statutory Rules 1954, No. 46, enacted under the authority of the Customs Act 1901-1953 and the Commerce (Trade Descriptions) Act 1905-1950, was introduced to address the need for updating the fees charged for officers' services related to the export of dairy produce. This regulation was enacted by the Governor-General in Council, acting on advice from the relevant ministers, to ensure that the fees remain commensurate with the costs incurred by the officers. The policy objective of this legislative instrument was to provide a timely adjustment to the fees for officers' services, reflecting the changing economic conditions and ensuring the continued smooth operation of the regulatory framework governing the export of dairy products.

Scope and Application

This Statutory Rule, made under the Customs Act 1901-1953 and the Commerce (Trade Descriptions) Act 1905-1950, pertains specifically to the amendment of the Exports (Dairy Produce) Regulations. It applies to entities and individuals involved in the export of dairy produce from Australia, including exporters and the officers responsible for overseeing and facilitating such exports. The scope of this regulation is limited to the adjustment of fees for officers' services, specifically altering the fee structure from Twelve shillings and six pence to Thirteen shillings. The rule is applicable across the Commonwealth of Australia and is intended to streamline the financial transactions associated with the export of dairy products. The regulation does not explicitly state exclusions or exemptions, but its application is confined to the specified amendments within the Exports (Dairy Produce) Regulations. This legislative instrument may be further extended or restricted through subsequent subordinate instruments under the authority of the Customs Act and the Commerce (Trade Descriptions) Act.

Key Provisions

The main operative sections of the Statutory Rules 1954 No. 46 involve amendments to the Exports (Dairy Produce) Regulations, specifically altering the fees charged for officers' services. Under Regulation 31 of the Exports (Dairy Produce) Regulations, the amendment replaces the previous fee of Twelve shillings and six pence with a new fee of Thirteen shillings. This alteration is intended to adjust the financial obligations associated with the services provided by officers involved in the export of dairy produce. These regulations impose obligations on parties or entities involved in the export of dairy produce. They require that the updated fee of Thirteen shillings be paid to officers for their services related to the export process. This fee adjustment is a direct mandate under the Customs Act 1901-1953 and the Commerce (Trade Descriptions) Act 1905-1950, ensuring compliance with the statutory requirements for the export of dairy products. Breach of these regulations, particularly the failure to pay the amended fees as specified, may result in civil or administrative penalties. While the statutory rules do not explicitly state the penalties for non-compliance, under the overarching acts, penalties may include fines or other financial sanctions. The exact penalties would be determined based on the specific breaches and the jurisdiction's applicable laws at the time. This enforcement ensures adherence to the regulatory framework governing the export of dairy produce.