Radiocommunications (Digital Radio Multiplex Transmitter Licence – Application Fee) Determination 2022

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Radiocommunications (Digital Radio Multiplex Transmitter Licence – Application Fee) Determination 2022

 

paragraphs 102C(2)(b) and 102D(2)(b)of the

Radiocommunications Act 1992

Compilation No.  1

Compilation date:   9 August 2025

Includes amendments: F2025L00912

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Prepared by the Australian Communications and Media Authority, Melbourne

 


About this compilation

This compilation

This is a compilation of the Radiocommunications (Digital Radio Multiplex Transmitter Licence – Application Fee) Determination 2022 that shows the text of the law as amended and in force on 9 August 2025 (the compilation date).

The notes at the end of this compilation (the endnotes) include information about amending laws and the amendment history of provisions of the compiled law.

Uncommenced amendments

The effect of uncommenced amendments is not shown in the text of the compiled law. Any uncommenced amendments affecting the law are accessible on the Register (www.legislation.gov.au). The details of amendments made up to, but not commenced at, the compilation date are underlined in the endnotes. For more information on any uncommenced amendments, see the Register for the compiled law.

Application, saving and transitional provisions for provisions and amendments

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Self‑repealing provisions

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1  Name

  This is the Radiocommunications (Digital Radio Multiplex Transmitter Licence – Application Fee) Determination 2022.

3  Authority

  This instrument is made under paragraphs 102C(2)(b) and 102D(2)(b) of the Radiocommunications Act 1992.

5  Definitions

  In this instrument:

Act means the Radiocommunications Act 1992.

Note: A number of expressions used in this instrument are defined in the Act, including the following:

  1.      foundation category 1 digital radio multiplex transmitter licence;
  2.      foundation category 2 digital radio multiplex transmitter licence.

6  Amount of application fee – foundation category 1 digital radio multiplex transmitter licence

  For paragraph 102C(2)(b) of the Act, the amount of the application fee for a foundation category 1 digital radio multiplex transmitter licence is $1,195.

7  Amount of application fee – foundation category 2 digital radio multiplex transmitter licence

For paragraph 102D(2)(b) of the Act, the amount of the application fee for a foundation category 2 digital radio multiplex transmitter licence is $1,195.

Endnotes

Endnote 1—About the endnotes

The endnotes provide information about this compilation and the compiled law.

The following endnotes are included in every compilation:

Endnote 1—About the endnotes

Endnote 2—Abbreviation key

Endnote 3—Legislation history

Endnote 4—Amendment history

Abbreviation key—Endnote 2

The abbreviation key sets out abbreviations that may be used in the endnotes.

Legislation history and amendment history—Endnotes 3 and 4

Amending laws are annotated in the legislation history and amendment history.

The legislation history in endnote 3 provides information about each law that has amended (or will amend) the compiled law. The information includes commencement details for amending laws and details of any application, saving or transitional provisions that are not included in this compilation.

The amendment history in endnote 4 provides information about amendments at the provision (generally section or equivalent) level. It also includes information about any provision of the compiled law that has been repealed in accordance with a provision of the law.

Misdescribed amendments

A misdescribed amendment is an amendment that does not accurately describe how an amendment is to be made. If, despite the misdescription, the amendment can be given effect as intended, then the misdescribed amendment can be incorporated through an editorial change made under section 15V of the Legislation Act 2003.

If a misdescribed amendment cannot be given effect as intended, the amendment is not incorporated and “(md not incorp)” is added to the amendment history.

Endnote 2—Abbreviation key

ad = added or inserted

orig = original

am = amended

par = paragraph(s)/subparagraph(s)

amdt = amendment

/sub‑subparagraph(s)

c = clause(s)

pres = present

C[x] = Compilation No. x

prev = previous

Ch = Chapter(s)

(prev…) = previously

def = definition(s)

Pt = Part(s)

Dict = Dictionary

r = regulation(s)/rule(s)

disallowed = disallowed by Parliament

reloc = relocated

Div = Division(s)

renum = renumbered

exp = expires/expired or ceases/ceased to have

rep = repealed

effect

rs = repealed and substituted

F = Federal Register of Legislation

s = section(s)/subsection(s)

gaz = gazette

Sch = Schedule(s)

LA = Legislation Act 2003

Sdiv = Subdivision(s)

LIA = Legislative Instruments Act 2003

SLI = Select Legislative Instrument

(md not incorp) = misdescribed amendment

SR = Statutory Rules

cannot be given effect

Sub‑Ch = Sub‑Chapter(s)

mod = modified/modification

SubPt = Subpart(s)

No. = Number(s)

underlining = whole or part not

o = order(s)

commenced or to be commenced

Ord = Ordinance

 

Endnote 3—Legislation history

 

Name

Registration

Commencement

Application, saving and transitional provisions

Radiocommunications (Digital Radio Multiplex Transmitter Licence – Application Fee) Determination 2022

23 September 2022
(see F2022L01238)

1 October 2022

 

Radiocommunications (Digital Radio Multiplex Transmitter Licence – Application Fee) Amendment Determination 2025 (No. 1)

8 August 2025
(see F2025L00912)

9 August 2025

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Endnote 4—Amendment history

 

Provision affected

How affected

s.2.....................

rep. LA 48D

s.4.....................

rep. LA 48C

s.6.....................

am. F2025L00912

s.7.....................

am. F2025L00912

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Overview

The Radiocommunications (Digital Radio Multiplex Transmitter Licence – Application Fee) Determination 2022 was enacted to address the need for establishing application fees for specific digital radio multiplex transmitter licences. This legislative instrument was prepared by the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) under the authority provided by the Radiocommunications Act 1992. The primary policy objective is to ensure that the fees set are sufficient to cover the administrative costs associated with processing applications for these licences while maintaining fairness and transparency in the regulatory framework. The determination sets the application fee for both foundation category 1 and foundation category 2 digital radio multiplex transmitter licences at $1,195, reflecting a consistent approach in fee setting across these licence categories.

Scope and Application

The Radiocommunications (Digital Radio Multiplex Transmitter Licence – Application Fee) Determination 2022, made under the Radiocommunications Act 1992, specifies the fees for applications related to digital radio multiplex transmitter licences, specifically for foundation category 1 and foundation category 2 digital radio multiplex transmitter licences. The fee for each category is set at $1,195. This determination applies to entities or individuals seeking to apply for these particular types of digital radio multiplex transmitter licences under the Act. It has a national reach, as the Radiocommunications Act 1992 is a Commonwealth Act, thereby affecting entities and individuals across Australia. There are no stated exclusions or exemptions within this determination, although the broader Act may contain provisions that could exclude certain entities or circumstances. The application and enforcement of this determination may be further detailed or extended through subordinate instruments, which are not explicitly detailed in this determination but can be accessed on the relevant legislative registers.

Key Provisions

The Radiocommunications (Digital Radio Multiplex Transmitter Licence – Application Fee) Determination 2022 sets forth the application fees for two types of digital radio multiplex transmitter licences under the Radiocommunications Act 1992. Specifically, section 6 specifies that the application fee for a foundation category 1 digital radio multiplex transmitter licence is $1,195, while section 7 sets the application fee for a foundation category 2 digital radio multiplex transmitter licence at the same amount, $1,195. These sections directly implement the requirements outlined in paragraphs 102C(2)(b) and 102D(2)(b) of the Act. Entities or individuals applying for either a foundation category 1 or 2 digital radio multiplex transmitter licence must comply with the fee structure stipulated in the Determination. This includes ensuring that the correct fee of $1,195 is submitted with the application. The fee must be paid in the prescribed manner and within the stipulated timeframe to avoid any delays or rejections of the application. Failure to adhere to these requirements can result in the application being deemed incomplete or invalid. Breaches of the provisions regarding the application fee, such as submitting an incorrect fee amount or failing to pay the fee within the specified period, can lead to serious consequences. While the Determination does not explicitly state penalties for non-compliance, the overarching Radiocommunications Act 1992 provides a framework for penalties and enforcement actions. Generally, non-compliance with the Act's requirements can result in civil or criminal penalties, including fines and imprisonment. The exact penalties would be determined based on the nature and severity of the breach, as outlined in the broader legislative context.

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