Wine Australia (Gross Value of Production of the Grape and Wine Industry for 2022-23) Determination 2023
I, Joanna Stanion, delegate of the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, make this Determination under subsection 32B(2) of the Wine Australia Act 2013.
For the purposes of subsection 32B(2) of that Act, the amount of the gross value of production of the goods that are the produce of the grape and wine industry in relation to the financial year starting on 1 July 2022 and ending on 30 June 2023 is determined to be $3,282,563,183.
Note: The amount determined comprises of the following:
(a) for goods that are the produce of the grape industry—$969,096,361;
(b) for goods that are the produce of the wine industry—$2,313,466,822.
Dated 14 July 2023
Joanna Stanion
Joanna Stanion
First Assistant Secretary, Agricultural Policy Division
Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry
Overview
The Wine Australia (Gross Value of Production of the Grape and Wine Industry for 2022-23) Determination 2023 was enacted in 2023 to address the need for an accurate assessment of the gross value of production of the grape and wine industry for the specified financial year. This Determination was made by Joanna Stanion, acting as a delegate of the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, under subsection 32B(2) of the Wine Australia Act 2013. The policy objective of this legislation is to provide a clear and precise financial valuation of the grape and wine industry's production, which is essential for effective policy-making, resource allocation, and industry development. The total gross value of production determined for the financial year starting on 1 July 2022 and ending on 30 June 2023 is $3,282,563,183, comprising $969,096,361 for the grape industry and $2,313,466,822 for the wine industry.
Scope and Application
The Wine Australia (Gross Value of Production of the Grape and Wine Industry for 2022-23) Determination 2023 is a legislative instrument made under subsection 32B(2) of the Wine Australia Act 2013 by Joanna Stanion, acting as a delegate of the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry. This Determination specifies the gross value of production for the grape and wine industry within Australia for the financial year commencing 1 July 2022 and concluding on 30 June 2023. The total gross value of production is calculated to be $3,282,563,183, with the grape industry contributing $969,096,361 and the wine industry contributing $2,313,466,822. This Determination applies to the entire Australian territory and encompasses all entities involved in the grape and wine production sectors, including farmers, producers, processors, and exporters. The scope of this legislation ensures the accurate valuation of the grape and wine industry's output for the specified financial year, which is crucial for statistical, financial, and policy-making purposes within the industry.
Key Provisions
The Wine Australia (Gross Value of Production of the Grape and Wine Industry for 2022-23) Determination 2023 (the Determination) establishes the gross value of production for the grape and wine industry in Australia for the financial year commencing on 1 July 2022 and ending on 30 June 2023. This figure is critical for various financial and regulatory purposes under the Wine Australia Act 2013 (the Act). Specifically, section 32B(2) of the Act requires this determination, and it sets the gross value at $3,282,563,183. This amount is broken down into two components: $969,096,361 for goods produced by the grape industry and $2,313,466,822 for goods produced by the wine industry.
The Determination imposes clear obligations on Wine Australia and possibly other entities involved in the grape and wine industry. As the delegate of the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, Joanna Stanion has made this determination under the authority granted by the Act. The entities governed by this Act must adhere to the financial reporting and regulatory requirements that stem from this valuation. This includes ensuring that all financial records, industry reports, and regulatory submissions reflect the gross value of production as determined. Accurate and timely reporting is crucial for compliance with industry standards and for the effective management of industry-related policies and funding allocations.
Failure to comply with the provisions of the Act or the requirements set out in the Determination may result in various civil or criminal consequences. The Act does not explicitly detail the specific penalties for non-compliance in this context, but breaches of the Wine Australia Act 2013 generally could lead to penalties such as fines, legal action, or other regulatory sanctions. The severity of these penalties would depend on the nature and extent of the non-compliance, but they are intended to ensure that the industry operates within the legal and regulatory framework established by the Act. The penalties serve as a deterrent to non-compliance and ensure that the industry remains transparent and accountable in its operations.