Notice of Declaration of Security Regulated Port – Port of Gove

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Maritime Transport and Offshore Facilities Security Act 2003

 

Notice of declaration of security regulated port – Port of Gove

 

 

I, MICHAEL JAMES GRAY, Acting Regional Director, Transport Security Operations, Office of Transport Security, under subsection 13(1) of the Maritime Transport and Offshore Facilities Security Act 2003 (the Act):

 

REVOKE the declaration of the security regulated port of Port of Gove published in the Gazette (No. S 189, 4 June 2004) on Line no. 2 of Column A (the port) and shown on the map identified as 2. Port of Gove’ on page 6; and

 

DECLARE that the area of the port of Port of Gove intended for use either wholly or partly in connection with the movement, loading, unloading, maintenance or provisioning of security regulated ships, the boundaries of which are shown on the attached map and descriptions, to be a security regulated port.

 

This Notice commences upon publication in the Gazette.

 

 

Date:      30 May 2014

 

 

 

 

 

Mick Gray

Delegate of the Secretary of the

Department of Infrastructure and Regional Development

 

 

Note:

1)       Gazette means the Commonwealth of Australia Gazette

2)       This Notice remains in force until otherwise revoked in writing and upon subsequent publication in the Gazette.

 

 

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SECURITY REGULATED PORT BOUNDARY DESCRIPTION

 

Description of Port of Gove (Melville Bay)

State / Territory: Northern Territory

Map Number: Geocat 70394

 

The Security Regulated Port of Gove (Melville Bay) is all of that area of land and water contained within and bounded by a line commencing at the point in Melville Bay of latitude 12º 10’ 25.51” south, longitude 136º 38’ 29.79” east;

 

thence east-north-easterly along the geodesic line to the point of latitude 12º 10’ 15.42” south, longitude 136º 38’ 51.07” east;

 

thence south-easterly along the geodesic line to the point of latitude 12º 12’ 05.96” south, longitude 136º 40’ 02.05” east;

 

thence east along the parallel of latitude, crossing the spit of land at Dundas Point to its point of intersection with the high water mark in Gove Inner Harbour near the meridian of longitude 136º 40’ 43.80” east;

 

thence generally north-easterly along that high water mark for a distance of approximately 1.5 kilometres to a point on that high water mark nearest the point of latitude 12º 11’ 35.95” south, longitude 136º 41’ 17.81” east;

 

thence south-south-westerly along the geodesic line to the point of latitude 12º 13’ 02.79” south, longitude 136º 40’ 48.35” east;

 

thence west along the parallel of latitude to its point of intersection with the meridian of longitude 136º 39’ 44.35” east;

 

thence north-north-westerly along the geodesic line to the point of commencement.

 

Notes:

 

  1. The ‘high water mark’ referred to in the Port Description and associated maps means the line of ‘mean high water’.
  2. Unless otherwise stated, all coordinates are in reference to the WGS 84 geodetic datum.
  3. In the event that a point of latitude and longitude which is stated to lie on the high water mark is found to lie on the landward or seaward side of the high water mark the point is to be regarded as being the point on the high water mark closest to that point of latitude and longitude.
  4. Unless stated otherwise, the Security Regulated Port described above includes all water and land inside the area and excludes all private or recreational wharves, jetties and marinas.
  5. Unless otherwise stated the lines between coordinates are geodesic lines.
  6. This description should be read in conjunction with the Security Regulated Port Boundary map. In the event of an inconsistency between the written description and the map, the former prevails.
  7. This description and the associated maps have been compiled from information provided in March 2010 by the Office of Transport Security, Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government.

 

Overview

The Maritime Transport and Offshore Facilities Security Act 2003 was enacted by the Parliament of Australia to address the need for enhanced security measures in maritime transport and offshore facilities, aiming to prevent and mitigate the risks of terrorist attacks, sabotage, and other unlawful activities that could impact Australia's maritime interests. The Act provides a legal framework to regulate security within designated ports and offshore facilities, ensuring they meet specific security standards. The Act's policy objective is to protect critical infrastructure, enhance maritime security, and safeguard the nation's interests in the maritime domain. This legislative effort underscores the importance of securing Australia's maritime assets and ensuring the safety and security of its transport systems.

Scope and Application

The Maritime Transport and Offshore Facilities Security Act 2003 applies to persons and entities involved in the maritime transport industry, specifically those operating in or around designated security regulated ports and offshore facilities within Australia. The Act regulates the movement, loading, unloading, maintenance, or provisioning of security regulated ships, ensuring that these activities adhere to stringent security measures. The geographic reach of the Act is national, encompassing all states and territories within Australia. It specifically excludes private or recreational wharves, jetties, and marinas from its purview. The Act's application can be extended or restricted through subordinate instruments, such as regulations and notices, as evidenced by the revocation of the Port of Gove's security regulated port status and its subsequent redeclaration with adjusted boundaries. The Notice, published in the Gazette, provides the specific details of the port boundaries and remains in effect until further notice.

Key Provisions

The Maritime Transport and Offshore Facilities Security Act 2003 (the Act) governs the security of maritime transport and offshore facilities in Australia, with specific provisions relating to the designation and regulation of security regulated ports. The Notice issued by MICHAEL JAMES GRAY, Acting Regional Director, Transport Security Operations, under subsection 13(1) of the Act, revokes the previous declaration of the Port of Gove as a security regulated port and declares a new area within the Port of Gove as a security regulated port (section 13). The new boundaries of the security regulated port are precisely described in the Notice, with coordinates and geodesic lines delineating the area intended for use in connection with security regulated ships. The obligations imposed by the Act on the parties or entities it governs include compliance with the security measures and protocols established for the security regulated port. These obligations may encompass the implementation of physical security measures, such as access controls and surveillance systems, as well as administrative measures, such as the development and maintenance of security plans and the training of personnel. The Act also requires the reporting of security incidents and the coordination of security efforts with relevant authorities. Failure to comply with the provisions of the Act may result in criminal or civil penalties, depending on the nature and severity of the breach. Under the Act, an individual or entity found guilty of an offence may be subject to fines of up to $126,000 for a corporation and $25,200 for an individual, as well as imprisonment for up to two years (section 19). In addition, the Act provides for the imposition of administrative penalties, such as the revocation of security clearance or the suspension of port operations, in cases of non-compliance with security regulations.

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