NOTICE OF AMENDMENT OF CUSTOMS BY-LAWS
I, LYNDALL MARIA MILWARD-BASON, delegate of the Chief Executive Officer,
pursuant to section 271 of the Customs Act 1901 and subsection 33(3) of the
Acts Interpretation Act 1901, hereby amend the following By-laws written to
items in Schedule 4 to the Customs Tariff Act 1995, with effect from the
date of amendment specified against each By-law in the Table below, by
replacing the term "Regional Director" wherever appearing with the term
"Collector".
THE TABLE
By-Law Number and Date of Item in Date
Number Commonwealth Gazette Schedule 4
9640033 TC 23 of 12 June 1996 8 1 July 1996
9640034 TC 23 of 12 June 1996 8 1 July 1996
9640035 TC 23 of 12 June 1996 8 1 July 1996
9740009 TC 29 of 23 July 1997 8 24 August 1997
9640053 TC 23 of 12 June 1996 21 1 July 1996
9640107 TC 24 of 19 June 1996 21 1 July 1996
9840020 TC 42 of 21 October 1998 27 22 October 1998
9640062 TC 23 of 12 June 1996 29 1 July 1996
9640088 TC 25 of 26 June 1996 32A 1 July 1996
9640098 TC 25 of 26 June 1996 32B 1 July 1996
9640093 TC 24 of 19 June 1996 33A 1 July 1996
9640102 TC 25 of 26 June 1996 33B 1 July 1996
9640077 TC 25 of 25 June 1996 37 1 July 1996
9640078 TC 25 of 25 June 1996 37 1 July 1996
Dated this twenty fifth day of February 1999.
LYNDALL MARIA MILWARD-BASON
Delegate of the Chief Executive Officer
Overview
This legislative instrument, F2009B00219, is a Notice of Amendment of Customs By-Laws issued in 1999. It was enacted by Lyndall Maria Milward-Bason, acting as the delegate of the Chief Executive Officer under the authority granted by section 271 of the Customs Act 1901 and subsection 33(3) of the Acts Interpretation Act 1901. The amendments, which came into effect on the dates specified, involve the replacement of the term "Regional Director" with "Collector" in various Customs By-Laws listed in Schedule 4 to the Customs Tariff Act 1995. This change aligns the terminology used in the by-laws with the current administrative structure within the Customs service, thereby enhancing the clarity and consistency of the legal framework governing customs procedures. The amendments were made to ensure that the by-laws accurately reflect the roles and responsibilities within the department, thereby facilitating better compliance and enforcement of customs regulations.
Scope and Application
This legislative instrument pertains to amendments of the Customs By-laws under the Customs Act 1901 and the Acts Interpretation Act 1901, specifically targeting the replacement of the term "Regional Director" with "Collector" across various by-laws listed in Schedule 4 to the Customs Tariff Act 1995. These by-laws govern a range of customs-related activities and transactions, impacting entities and individuals involved in importing, exporting, and the movement of goods across Australian borders. The amendments, which took effect on specific dates noted in the table, are aimed at streamlining the enforcement and administrative processes under the Customs Act. The instrument applies to all relevant stakeholders within the customs industry, including businesses, importers, exporters, and other entities subject to customs regulations. The changes are part of a broader effort to ensure consistency and clarity in the application of customs laws, affecting the entire Commonwealth of Australia. No specific exclusions, exemptions, or thresholds are mentioned in the text, and the scope of the amendment is confined to the textual substitution within the specified by-laws.
Key Provisions
The Notice of Amendment to the Customs By-laws, issued under section 271 of the Customs Act 1901 and subsection 33(3) of the Acts Interpretation Act 1901, replaces the term "Regional Director" with "Collector" in several specified By-laws (paragraph 1). This amendment affects By-laws written to items in Schedule 4 to the Customs Tariff Act 1995, which are detailed in a table within the Notice. These By-laws, each identified by a number and date, have their respective Gazette notices and the date from which the amendment takes effect listed in the table. For example, By-law number 9640033, from the Gazette notice TC 23 of 12 June 1996, item 8, is amended to replace "Regional Director" with "Collector", effective 1 July 1996.
The obligations imposed by this amendment require relevant parties to recognise and comply with the term "Collector" instead of "Regional Director" as stipulated in the affected By-laws. This shift in terminology likely reflects changes in the administrative structure or responsibilities within the customs administration, necessitating an update in the legislative framework to reflect the current roles and titles accurately. Compliance involves updating internal records, documentation, and any references to ensure consistency with the legislative changes.
Failure to comply with the amended By-laws may result in administrative or legal consequences, although specific offences, penalties, or consequences are not detailed in this Notice. In general, non-compliance with customs regulations can lead to fines, legal action, or other penalties as prescribed by the relevant legislation. The maximum penalties would depend on the specific circumstances of the breach and the provisions of the Customs Act 1901 and any other applicable laws. However, the Notice does not specify the exact penalties for non-compliance with this particular amendment.