Live-stock Export Charge Amendment Act 1986

Overview

The Live-stock Export Charge Amendment Act 1986 was enacted to modify the rates of charges levied on the export of various types of livestock, as established under the Live-stock Export Charge Act 1977. This amendment was introduced to address the need for updating the financial contributions from the livestock export industry to ensure adequate funding for the administration and regulation of live-stock exports. The Act was assented to by the Queen on 13 May 1986, and it was enacted by the Parliament of the Commonwealth of Australia. The policy objective of the Act was to increase the charges on the export of cattle, sheep, lambs, buffaloes, and goats to better reflect the current economic conditions and the associated administrative costs. The Act specifies new rates for the export charges, effectively doubling the previous charges for cattle and buffaloes, and increasing the charges for sheep, lambs, and goats. By raising these charges, the amendment aimed to ensure the sustainability and effectiveness of the regulatory framework governing livestock exports, thereby supporting the broader agricultural and economic interests of Australia.

Scope and Application

The Live-stock Export Charge Amendment Act 1986 amends the Live-stock Export Charge Act 1977 to adjust the rates of charges levied on the export of various livestock types. The Act applies to all persons or entities involved in the export of cattle, sheep, lambs, buffaloes, and goats from Australia, with the amended rates reflecting updated economic conditions and regulatory considerations. This amendment applies on a national level, affecting all exporters within the Commonwealth of Australia. The Act does not specify exclusions or exemptions, but it is understood that these charges apply to commercial export transactions. The amended rates are incorporated directly into the Principal Act without the need for subordinate instruments to extend or restrict application.

Key Provisions

The Live-stock Export Charge Amendment Act 1986 (C2004A03253) is a piece of legislation that amends the Live-stock Export Charge Act 1977. The main operative sections of this Act are sections 3 to 7, which adjust the rates of charge for the export of various livestock types. Specifically, Section 3 increases the charge for the export of cattle from $1.00 to $2.00. Section 4 and Section 5 both adjust the charge for the export of sheep and lambs, increasing it from 13 cents to 20 cents. Similarly, Section 6 increases the charge for the export of buffaloes from $1.00 to $2.00, and Section 7 raises the charge for the export of goats from 13 cents to 20 cents. The obligations and requirements imposed by this Act on the parties or entities it governs include adherence to the amended rates of charge for livestock exports. Those involved in the export of cattle, sheep, lambs, buffaloes, and goats must ensure that the appropriate charges are applied as per the updated rates. This requirement applies to exporters and other relevant entities that are involved in the processing and documentation of livestock exports. Failure to comply with the amended rates as stipulated in the Act may result in various consequences. While the Act does not explicitly detail offences, penalties, or civil/criminal consequences for non-compliance, it is reasonable to infer that breaches could be subject to the provisions of the Live-stock Export Charge Act 1977 or other relevant legislation. Typically, non-compliance with such amendments could lead to fines or other penalties, as specified in the original Act or in related regulatory frameworks. The exact penalties would depend on the specific circumstances and the relevant enforcement mechanisms in place at the time of the breach.