AFIF
Thursday, 4 December 2008
Customs Amendment Bill 2008 Introduced into Parliament

From the 3rd December 2008 the new Customs Amendment (Enhanced Border Controls and Other Measures) bill 2008 was introduced into Federal Parliament bringing with it some reforms as legislated current practice and others which have introduced additional levels of liabilities.

We encourage members to read the attached bulletin from Hunt & Hunt Lawyers who have highlighted a number of important items contained in the new bill and we draw particular attention to those responsible for reporting and the holding of cargo whilst under customs control.

Please click here to view the summary from Hunt & Hunt Lawyers.

Thank you and regards

Brian Lovell 
Chief Executive Officer

Australian Federation of International Forwarders Ltd (AFIF)
Suite 403, Level 3
152 Bunnerong Road
Eastgardens NSW 2036
Tel: (61 2) 9314 3055
Fax: (61 2) 9314 3116