Australian Apple and Pear Board
1938 – 1974
Statutory board that controlled and promoted the export of Australian apples and pears, organising shipments and marketing overseas.
How it came into existence
Constituted in 1938 under the Apple and Pear Organization Act 1938 to organise the export marketing of apples and pears. It had no Commonwealth predecessor.
Legislation: Apple and Pear Organization Act 1938
Changes during its life
- 22 December 1942Moved from the Department of Commerce to the new Department of Commerce and Agriculture.
- 11 January 1956Moved to the new Department of Primary Industry.
- 12 June 1974Moved to the Department of Agriculture when the Department of Primary Industry was renamed.
How it ended
Abolished in 1974 under the Australian Apple and Pear Corporation Act 1973 and replaced by the Australian Apple and Pear Corporation, which took over export control and promotion of apples and pears; the Apple and Pear Organization Act ceased to be in force after 31 August 1974.
- Apple and pear export control
- Apple and pear promotion
Main functions
- Control of apple and pear exports
- Organisation of export shipping
- Overseas marketing and promotion
- Advice on apple and pear industry matters
Where it sits
Last in the portfolio of Department of Agriculture.
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Sources
Primary sources
Government records and websites
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