Wine Overseas Marketing (Staff) Regulations (Amendment)

Overview

The Wine Overseas Marketing Act 1929-1945 was enacted to address the need for a structured and regulated approach to the marketing and export of Australian wine overseas. This Act, administered by the Commonwealth of Australia, aimed to establish a Board with the authority to oversee and manage the export of wine, ensuring that it was conducted in a manner that was both efficient and beneficial to Australian producers. The legislative intent was to provide a cohesive framework that would enhance the competitive position of Australian wine on the global market, thereby supporting the broader economic interests of the wine industry. The policy objective was to facilitate the orderly and effective marketing of Australian wine internationally, while also ensuring that the interests of producers were adequately protected. The Wine Overseas Marketing (Staff) Regulations, as amended in 1945, reflect the ongoing efforts to refine and adjust the administrative structures supporting this legislative framework.

Scope and Application

The Wine Overseas Marketing (Staff) Regulations, made under the Wine Overseas Marketing Act 1929-1945, apply to the staffing of the Wine Overseas Marketing Board, specifically adjusting the salary scales for the Secretary to the Board. These regulations are part of the Commonwealth legislative framework, thereby extending their jurisdiction across the entire nation. The specific alteration to the salary figures in the Schedule indicates a refinement in the administrative allowances provided to the Board's Secretary, reflecting adjustments in the economic context of the period. The regulations do not specify exclusions or exemptions, nor do they mention any thresholds that would limit their application. As a statutory instrument, the regulations may be subject to further amendments or extensions through subsequent subordinate instruments, aligning with the evolving needs of the industry or administrative practices.

Key Provisions

The main operative sections of these Regulations under the Wine Overseas Marketing Act 1929-1945 primarily concern the amendment of the Wine Overseas Marketing (Staff) Regulations. Specifically, regulation 1 modifies the schedule by altering the figures associated with the salary range for the Secretary to the Board, changing it from "500 | 650" to "350 | 700" (regulation 1(1)). Additionally, it is stipulated that these amendments are to be effective from the twenty-seventh day of September, 1945 (regulation 1(2)). These Regulations impose specific obligations on the entities governed by them, particularly those involved in the oversight and staffing of the Wine Overseas Marketing Board. The amendment directly affects the remuneration structure for the Secretary to the Board, ensuring that the new salary figures are adhered to in accordance with the effective date. Compliance with these salary stipulations is mandatory for the Board and any relevant personnel involved. Breaches of these Regulations may result in various consequences, although the specific provisions for such breaches are not detailed within the text provided. Typically, non-compliance with statutory regulations can lead to administrative penalties, legal action, or other enforcement measures as prescribed under the overarching Act or related legislative frameworks. The maximum penalties, if applicable, would be defined within the Wine Overseas Marketing Act 1929-1945 or other relevant statutes, but these are not specified in the current Regulations.