Meat Export Control (Licences) Regulations (Amendment)

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STATUTORY RULES

1969 No.

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REGULATIONS UNDER THE MEAT INDUSTRY ACT 1964-1969.*

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 Meat Industry Act 1964-1969.

Dated this twenty-eighth day of November 1969.

Paul Hasluck

Governor-General.

By His Excellency’s Command,

Minister of State for Primary Industry.

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Amendments of the Meat Export Control (Licences) Regulations†

Interpretation.

1. Regulation 3 of the Meat Export Control (Licences) Regulations is amended by omitting from sub-regulation (1.) the definition of “the Act”.

Regulation of export.

2. Regulation 4 of the Meat Export Control (Licences) Regulations is amended by omitting paragraph (a) and inserting in its stead the following paragraph:—

“(a) except by persons who hold licences granted under section 29 of the Meat Industry Act 1964 or that Act as amended at any time; and”.

Licence to export meat.

3. Regulation 6 of the Meat Export Control (Licences) Regulations is repealed and the following regulation inserted in its stead:—

“6.—(1.) A licence granted after the commencement of the Meat Industry Act 1969 shall be in accordance with Form 2.

“(2.) A licence remains in force for the period specified in the licence.”.

Returns to be furnished in respect of meat, &c., exported.

4. Regulation 12 of the Meat Export Control (Licences) Regulations is amended by omitting sub-regulations (1.) and (2.) and inserting in their stead the following sub-regulations:—

“(1.) A licensee who exports meat, meat products or edible offal, whether on his own behalf or on behalf of another person (whether that other person is a licensee or not), shall furnish a return in accordance with Form 4 or with such portion of that Form as is appropriate having regard to the kind of meat, meat products or edible offal to which the return relates.

“(2.) The return—

(a) shall be signed by the licensee or, if the licensee notifies the Chief Executive Officer in writing that he has authorized another person to sign on his behalf, by the licensee or by the person so authorized;

and

(b) shall be furnished in quadruplicate.”.

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* Notified in the Commonwealth Gazette on                                       1969.

† Statutory Rules 1961, No. 127 as amended by Statutory Rules 1967, No. 81.

20175/69—Price 8c 9/6.11.1969

Forms 1 and 2.

5. Forms 1 and 2 in the Schedule to the Meat Export Control (Licences) Regulations are repealed and the following Forms inserted in their stead:—

Form 1.  Regulation 5.

COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA

Meat Export Control (Licences) Regulations

APPLICATION FOR LICENCE TO EXPORT MEAT, MEAT PRODUCTS AND EDIBLE OFFAL FROM AUSTRALIA

To—

The Chief Executive Officer,

Australian Meat Board.

I [insert full name of applicant] of [insert full address of applicant] hereby apply for a licence to export meat, meat products and edible offal from Australia.

Dated this....................day of.....................19.....

Signature of applicant.

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Form 2. Regulation 6.

Licence No.............

COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA

Meat Export Control (Licences) Regulations

LICENCE TO EXPORT MEAT, MEAT PRODUCTS AND EDIBLE OFFAL FROM AUSTRALIA

The Australian Meat Board hereby grants to........................................ ........................................................................................................................................................................of....................................................................................................................................................................

a licence to export meat, meat products and edible offal from Australia, in accordance with the conditions and restrictions prescribed by the Meat Export Control (Licences) Regulations, during the period commencing on the....................day of................... 19.........., and ending on the....................day of...................., 19.....

2. This licence is subject to the following condition(s):—

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dated this....................................day of...................................19.....

Common Seal of the Australian Meat Board.


Form 4.

6. Forms 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9 in the Schedule to the Meat Export Control (Licences) Regulations are repealed and the following Form is inserted in their stead:—

Form 4.  Regulation 12.

COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA

Meat Export Control (Licences) Regulations

RETURN OF MEAT, MEAT PRODUCTS AND EDIBLE OFFAL EXPORTED
FROM AUSTRALIA

Name of Licensee making return—

Name in which is registered the export establishment at which the meat, meat products or edible offal was, or were, prepared for export—

Number of the export establishment—

Name of owner of the meat, meat products or edible offal at the time of preparation for export—

Name of owner of the meat, meat products or edible offal at the time of export—

Brand (if any) and name (if any) shown on the coverings of the meat, meat products or edible offal—

Importer—

Vessel—

Loading port—

Loading date—

Port of discharge—

Description of goods

Net weight in pounds

Bone-in

Boneless

Total

1. FROZEN AND CHILLED MEAT—

 

 

 

First and second quality beef (other than bull beef)

 

 

 

Third and MX quality beef (other than bull beef)

 

 

 

Bull beef.............................

 

 

 

Veal................................

 

 

 

Total Beet and Veal..................

 

 

 

Mutton..............................

 

 

 

Lamb...............................

 

 

 

Pork................................

 

 

 

Total Frozen and Chilled Meat

 

 

 

2. EDIBLE OFFAL—

*         *       *     *         *        *      *    

 

Beef................................

 

 

 

Veal................................

 

 

 

Mutton..............................

 

 

 

Lamb...............................

 

 

 

Port................................

 

 

 

Total Edible Offal..................

 

 

 

3. CANNED MEAT—

*        *        *        *        *       *       *   

 

Solid Packs

 

 

 

Beef—corned..........................

 

 

 

roast or boiled.........................

 

 

 

Mutton—corned........................

 

 

 

roast or boiled.........................

 

 

 

Brisket beef...........................

 

 

 

Total Solid Packs...................

 

 

 


Description of goods

Net weight in pounds

Bone in

Boneless

Total

 

 

 

COMPOSITE PACKS--

Corned meat with cereals and meat loaf.........

Meat with Vegetables.....................

 

 

TOTAL COMPOSITE PACKS............

 

 

OTHER PACKS--

Tongues—ox..........................

sheep and lamb..................

pig..........................

Pigmeats—ham.........................

bacon........................

Others...............................

Total Other Packs.....................

 

Grand Total Canned Meat.................

 

4. MISCELLANEOUS MEATS—

*       *        *       *        *       *       *        

 

Bacon and ham (other than canned)..........

Pickled meat.........................

Cooked beef..........................

Cooked mutton........................

Other..............................

Total Miscellaneous Meats...............

 

Grand Total of Meat, Meat Products and Edible Offal

 

Set out below the particulars of the beef, veal, mutton, lamb and pork, and of the meat products and edible offal, referred to above.

Shipping marks

No. of packages*

Registered No. of export establishment

Description

Net weight in pounds

Common code (U.S.A.)

Quality

Sex

Class

Cut or carcase

Bone-in

Boneless

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Grand Total

 

I declare that the particulars set out in this return are true and correct.

(Signature of person making return or person authorized to sign on his behalf)

Date

* In the case of lamb carcases, state the number of carcases and the net weight of lamb in each weight range.

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Printed for the Government of the Commonwealth by W. G. Murray at the

Government Printing Office, Canberra

Overview

The Meat Export Control (Licences) Regulations 1969, made under the Meat Industry Act 1964-1969, were introduced to address the need for a comprehensive regulatory framework governing the export of meat, meat products, and edible offal from Australia. These regulations were enacted by the Parliament of Australia to ensure that the export of meat products from the country is conducted in a manner that aligns with national standards and international trade requirements. The primary policy objective of these regulations is to facilitate orderly and efficient meat exports while maintaining the quality and integrity of Australian meat products in the global market. The regulations provide a structured process for the issuance of export licences, establish detailed requirements for the information to be reported by licensees, and set out the forms necessary for application and compliance. By specifying the conditions under which licences can be granted and the information that must be provided in export returns, the regulations aim to enhance transparency, accountability, and regulatory oversight in the meat export industry. This legislative instrument underscores the importance of a well-regulated export system in supporting the Australian meat industry's growth and reputation on the international stage.

Scope and Application

The Meat Industry Act 1964-1969 applies to the regulation of the meat industry in Australia, with a focus on controlling the export of meat, meat products, and edible offal. The Act primarily targets entities and individuals involved in the export of meat products, requiring them to hold a valid licence granted under the Act. These regulations are applicable across the Commonwealth of Australia and are enforced by the Australian Meat Board. The legislation mandates that only persons who hold a licence granted under section 29 of the Meat Industry Act 1964 or that Act as amended can export meat products. Licences are to be granted in accordance with the specified form and remain in force for a specified period. Additionally, licensees are required to submit detailed returns concerning the meat, meat products, and edible offal they export, ensuring transparency and traceability in the export process. These returns must be signed by the licensee or an authorized person and are to be submitted in quadruplicate. The Act extends its application through subordinate instruments, such as the Meat Export Control (Licences) Regulations, which provide further detail on the licensing process and the forms to be used for applications and returns.

Key Provisions

The Meat Export Control (Licences) Regulations 1969 under the Meat Industry Act 1964-1969 introduce several key amendments to streamline the process of issuing and managing export licenses for meat, meat products, and edible offal from Australia. Regulation 3 eliminates the previous definition of "the Act" from sub-regulation (1) and regulation 4 now specifies that only those holding licenses under section 29 of the Meat Industry Act 1964 or as amended can export meat (Regulation 4). Regulation 6 replaces the previous form of export licenses, stipulating that new licenses must adhere to Form 2 and remain valid for the specified duration (Regulation 6). Furthermore, Regulation 12 details the requirement for licensees to submit returns for exported meat, meat products, or edible offal in accordance with Form 4, ensuring these returns are signed and submitted in quadruplicate (Regulation 12). These regulations impose specific obligations on parties involved in the export of meat products. Licensees must ensure they hold a valid license as stipulated under the Meat Industry Act 1964-1969 and comply with the conditions set forth in their license (Regulations 4 and 6). Additionally, they are required to submit accurate and detailed returns for every export transaction, ensuring all relevant information is captured as specified in Form 4 (Regulation 12). The regulations mandate that these returns be signed by the licensee or an authorized representative and submitted in four copies to the Chief Executive Officer (Regulation 12). Failure to comply with these regulations can result in significant consequences. Although the specific penalties are not detailed within the text of the legislation provided, breaches of regulations governing the export of meat products could potentially lead to fines, license revocation, or other enforcement actions as permitted under the Meat Industry Act 1964-1969. Compliance with these regulations is crucial to avoid legal repercussions and ensure the smooth operation of the meat export industry.

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