Customs (Prohibited Imports) Regulations 1956

THE SCHEDULES

SCHEDULE 13  

(regulation 4H )

REQUIREMENTS FOR THE IMPORTATION OF CERTAIN WEAPONS AND WEAPON PARTS

PART 1 - TESTS  

8   Historical items test  

8.1    
The importation of a good complies with the historical items test if, at or before importation, the Minister or an authorised person gives written permission under this item for the importation of the good.

8.2    
The Minister or authorised person may give written permission for the importation of the good only if the Minister or authorised person is satisfied of the following:

(a) the good has historical significance as a pre-1900 weapon;

(b) the value and condition of the good would preclude it from being used as a functional weapon;

(c) if the importer is required to hold a licence or authorisation to possess the good in the State or Territory in which the importer lives - the importer holds a licence or authorisation of that kind;

(d) the importer is a current member of a historical club or association for goods of the type being imported;

(e) the good will be secured appropriately in Australia.

8.3    
If an authorised person forms an opinion that the permission should not be granted:

(a) the authorised person must refer the application to the Minister; and

(b) the Minister may grant, or refuse to grant, the permission under subitem 8.2.