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| DEFERRAL OF GST ON IMPORT CONSIGNMENTS |
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Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) continues engagement with the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) who are considering options for importers to defer GST on import consignments. The likely solution will revolve around administration of the existing Deferred GST scheme. The ATO have automated processes meaning that applications can now be processed with 3 to 4 days. It is anticipated that the ATO can process up to 500 applications per day. Further details to be provided soon.
In parallel, FTA also continues its engagement with the Australian Border Force and Treasury in terms of potential deferral solutions for Duty and import Processing Charges. |
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THE AUSTRALIAN FINANCIAL REVIEW 8.4.2020 - AFR - IMPORTERS SEEK RELIEF FROM PORT CHARGES SQUEEZE
Consumer goods importers have asked the federal government to defer taxes and customs duties for at least six months to relieve a cash squeeze caused by COVID-19 and stop food, clothing and furniture being stockpiled at ports.
"While state government and port corporations are currently contingency planning and examining staging sites as required to store containers in the event of supply chain failures, this will be a futile exercise if goods cannot be cleared from customs control into home consumption," Susan Danks, head of customs and regulatory compliance for the Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA), said in a letter to Treasury last week.
Companies that import goods into Australia say they can't afford to pay taxes and duties on time because of cash squeezes.
Importers must pay duty on goods brought into Australia, as well as goods and services taxes and an import-processing charge.
A medium-sized customs broker can pay about $5 million a month on behalf of importers to clear goods for home consumption, according to the FTA.
The industry group has met with the Australian Border Force and the Australian Taxation Office over the past week to discuss options for deferring taxes and duties.
FTA director Paul Zalai told The Australian Financial Review the government agencies had been responsive, and that fast action was needed to alleviate potential congestion at ports as manufacturing resumed in China.
"There's a lot of stock on its way," Mr Zalai said, adding that online sales of consumer goods in Australia had exceeded ... read more |
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| FREE WEBINAR- LEGAL UPDATE – AUTUMN 2020 - HUNT & HUNT LAWYERS |
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Time - TODAY - 12pm to 1 pm (AEST) 14 April 2020
Presenter - Russell Wiese, Principal Hunt & Hunt Lawyers
Tariff classification and TCOs – updates from the High Court and Full Federal Court
Over the past two months, two important Court judgements have been delivered that impact customs broker compliance in dealing with tariff classification and TCO applications. - High Court Pharm-A-Care decision – this case concerned the classification of vita-gummies – food versus medicament. However, the case has wider implications and provides guidance on general classification principles.
- Full Federal Court Alstom TCO decision – this case considered whether for the purpose of assessing a TCO application, a manned train is substitutable for a driverless train. The Full Federal Court decision is important for any customs broker that assists clients with TCO applications.
This webinar will also include compliance tips for customs brokers in managing scenarios impacted by COVID-19 |
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| This session has been accredited for 3 CPD Points in Stream A (code FTA108) |
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| FREE WEBINAR - PREPARING FOR FREE TRADE AGREEMENT- 29 APRIL 2020 |
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Time - 12pm to 1 pm (AEST) - Wednesday, 29 April 2020
Presented by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade and Austrade, covering: - Free trade agreements (FTAs) that are in force and FTAs that have been negotiated but are not yet in force, including documentation certification requirements
- FTAs that are being negotiated
- The FTA Portal
- Non-Tariff Barrier work of the Government
- Austrade support and tools for customs brokers servicing exporters in FTA markets
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| This session has been accredited for 2 CPD Points in Stream A (code FTA110) |
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NOTE:
Following the above webinars, an online assessment and resources will be available via www.ComplianceNetFTA.com.au - cost $38.50
Individual members and employees of Members with online CPD packages (1 April 2020 to 31 March 2021) can access this material at no cost using the current period's promotional codes.
If you require further information, please contact me on czalai@ftalliance.com.au or 02 9975 1878
Caroline Zalai - Director and Co-Founder, FTA / Secretariat, APSA |
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| CORONAVIRUS CRISIS HIGHLIGHTS IMPORTANCE OF AUSTRALIAN TRUSTED TRADER (ATT) BENEFITS |
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| By the Department of Home Affairs |
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Even where traders are able to secure a transport route for their goods, another challenge has emerged relating to obtaining the certificates of origin required for China-Australia Free Trade Agreement (ChAFTA) preferential tariff treatment.
Due to the virus threat, Chinese Government offices have closed temporarily, making required to claim ChAFTA preference at the time of import. Importers have up to twelve months to provide the certificate of origin and seek a refund, however this can greatly impact the cash flow of your business and there is currently no certainty on when Chinese offices will reopen.
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- Flinders Trade Report March 2020 ... read more
- Fremantle Ports - Trade Statistics February 2020 ... read more
- Fremantle Ports - APSA Trade Statistics February 2020 ... read more
- NSW Ports Monthly Trade Report February 2020 … read more
- Port of Melbourne Trade Statistics February 2020 ... read more
- Port of Newcastle Trade Report March 2020 ... read more
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- Coronavirus Shipping Notices 7th to 13th April 2020 ... read more
- Shipping Notices 7th to 13th April 2020 ... read more
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HUTCHISON PORT BOTANT HAS RESUMED OPERATIONS
Notices received this morning, 14 April 2020: - The following import hazardous containers are currently in the yard awaiting pick up: "CONTAINER NO" OWNER CXTU1059032 ANL CSLU1320697 COS FDCU0300311 HLC HLXU5333921 HLC SIMU2595358 HLC UACU3495111 HLC DFSU7542460 OOL OOLU8338814 OOL OOLU9183928 OOL. If the units overstay the allowable time limits as governed by the Port Authority of New South Wales, relevant infringement notices will be issued. Please arrange pickup of these HAZ units as soon as possible. For more information contact landsidecoordinator.sictl@hutcshisonports.com.au or call 1800 472 000.
- The Hansa Offenburg is running late into Hutchisons Ports Botany due to heavy weather , the availability of cargo has been altered , please monitor the portals for updates.
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7.4.20 - Hutchison Port Botany - Extended closure - Update 2 ... login required
8.4.20 - Hutchison Port Botany - Extended closure - Update 3 ... read more
8.4.20 - Hutchison Port Botany - Extended closure - Update 4 ... login required
8.4.20 - Hutchison Port Botany - Extended closure - Update 5 ... login required
9.4.20 - Hutchison Port Botany - Extended closure - Update 7 ... login required
9.4.20 - Port of Melbourne message to those keeping Port operational during COVID-19 situation ... read more
12.4.20 - Hutchison Port Botany - Extended closure - Update 8 ... login required |
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8.4.20 - IATA - Wider economic impact from air transport collapse ... read more
8.4.20 - IATA - Remarks of Alexandre de Juniac at the IATA media briefing on COVID-19, 7 April 2020 ... read more
8.4.20 - IATA - Airlines grateful for air traffic control charges delay ... read more
9.4.20 - IATA E-flash No. 221 - Government actions to help soften global trade disruptions during COVID-19 ... read more
9.4.20 - Additional air freight capacity available for Australian exporters... read more
10.4.20 - FIATA - Global trade forecast points to a steep decline in air cargo volumes ... read more |
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| 9.4.20 - NZ Customs Release 556 ... login required |
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8.4.20 - Coronavirus weekly update 080420 ... read more
9.4.20 - Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment - Advice of air/sea movements in relation to BMSB ... login required
9.4.20 - Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment - BMSB newsletter Master Consolidators ... login required
9.4.20 - Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment - General Updates for the 2019-2020 BMSB season... login required
9.4.20 - Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment - Temporary changes to certification requirements for imported animals, biological and animal-based goods ... login required
9.4.20 - BMSB newsletters - Edition 6 ... login required |
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7.4.20 - WCO - Temporary import supports and export restrictions list by country ... read more
7.4.20 - WCO and WTO join forces to minimize disruptions to cross-border trade in goods ... read more
10.4.20 - Joint WCO/WHO HS classification list for COVID-19 medical supplies issued ... read more |
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| 8.4.20 - TC Gazette 20/14 ... read more |
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7.4.20 - WTO, WCO Chiefs pledge joint efforts to facilitate trade in essential goods ... read more
7.4.20 - Call for submissions - CHAFTA post-implementation review ... read more
9.4.20 - WTO - Trade set to plunge as COVID-19 pandemic upends global economy ... read more |
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| ANTI-DUMPING COMMISSION NOTICES - ADN |
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Anti-Dumping Notices 7th to 13th April 2020- 2020/038 [pdf 219.95 KB] , Monthly status report - March 2020, 07/04/2020
- 2020/037 [pdf 168.52 KB] , Case 518, Steel reinforcing bar, Extension of time granted to issue SEF and Final Report, Thailand, 07/04/20
- 2020/034 [pdf 31.37 KB] , Grinding balls, Extension of time granted to issue SEF and Final Report, China, 07/04/2020
- 2020/035 [pdf 230.89 KB] Case 521 , Zinc coated (galvanised) steel, SEF and Final Report Extension, China, India, Korea, Malaysia, Taiwan, Vietnam, 08/04/20
- 2020/035 [pdf 230.89 KB] Case 522 , Aluminium zinc coated steel, SEF and Final Report Extension, China, 08/04/20
- 2020/033 [pdf 339.81 KB] Case 516 , Hot dip galvanised steel angle, Extension of time to publish SEF and Final Report, China, 09/04/20
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FINANCE REPORT
 Please view a presentation by Collinson Forex on 30 January 2020 showcasing latest technology solutions – refer HEREWeekly Market CommentaryMarkets finished the week strongly, with US equities rebounding from March lows, as coronavirus infection levels looked to have peaked in major hot-spots around the world. The modelling looks to have massively over estimated the infection rates and resulting deaths, providing some relief, giving markets renewed confidence. ... read moreWeekly Market Calendar | 13/4 Easter Monday, US Budget, German Wholesale Price Index. ... read more |
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CANDIDATE OF THE WEEK
 As we all move through these unique times, we are forced to react to situations that are out of our control.
As the unemployment rate begins to rise, we find ourselves in unfamiliar territory.
As Insync Personnel continue to field many calls from candidates within the industry whom have recently been made redundant, we are finding ourselves offering the below services where candidates are looking to prepare themselves for the next chapter in their career. ... read more
Contact: Leanne Lewis
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leanne@insyncpersonnel.com.au
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| UPCOMING EVENTS & TRAINING |
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| FTA CPD BORDER COMPLIANCE PROGRAM POSTPONED & NEW DATES ANNOUNCED Please note that our revised dates for our events fall within the new 2020 /2021 CPD period (1 April 2020 to 31 March 2021) and will continue to provide 24 CPD points.
CPD Border Compliance Program – (1 April 2020 to 31 March 2021)
NSW: Friday 5 & Saturday 6 February 2021 – Novotel Brighton Le-Sands
VIC: Friday 12 & Saturday 13 February 2021 – Hyatt Place Essendon Fields
QLD: Wednesday 17 February 2021 – Novotel Brisbane Airport
WA: Saturday 20 February 2021 – Hyatt Regency Perth
These dates have been chosen with coronavirus, winter, peak season, Christmas and school holidays in mind. We have also considered the very fluid nature of this situation. No one at this stage can safely put an end date on the restrictions to travel and meetings that are currently in place. We have looked for the period that provides as much flexibility to allow for the situation to improve and allow us all to resume normal business interactions.
Over the coming weeks and months FTA will be providing free webinars to keep members up to date with any important information to ensure you stay at the forefront of emerging issues.
We thank you for your continued support and if you have any further questions please do not hesitate to contact me on czalai@ftalliance.com.au or 02 9975 1878.
Caroline Zalai - Director, FTA / APSA Secretariat |
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WEBINAR RECORDINGS - EXCLUSIVE TO FTA, APSA & CTAA MEMBERS
CORONAVIRUS - GOVERNMENT AID
Phil O'Toole, Managing Director of Centium delivered a webinar outlining the Federal and State Governments Business Support Measures designed to assist your business during these uncertain times with the Coronavirus within our shores - a PDF copy of slides and access to the recording is available HERE
CORONAVIRUS – LEGAL ISSUES FOR THE INTERNATIONAL TRADE SECTOR
Russell Wiese and David Thompson of Hunt & Hunt Lawyers delivered a webinar to in excess of 300 registered members on the supply chain - commercial and employment law issues arising due to the impact of the Coronavirus - a PDF copy of slides and access to the recording is available HERE. |
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FTA and APSA are proud to connect members with the following sponsors as leading suppliers of services to the freight and trade sectors.
2020 sponsorship prospectus is available HERE |
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