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On 1 July 2008, Wheat Exports Australia (WEA) replaced the Export Wheat Commission following changes to Australia’s wheat export arrangements.
WEA’s role is determined by the Wheat Export Marketing Act 2008. It was established to regulate the export of bulk wheat from Australia through the Wheat Export Accreditation Scheme (the Scheme). Under the Scheme, WEA has the power to grant, suspend, cancel or vary bulk wheat export accreditations.
WEA requires all accredited bulk exporters to provide an annual export report, annual compliance report and report on notifiable matters that may affect its accreditation.
If directed by the Minister, WEA has the power to investigate a matter related to:
- its powers and functions or
- an alleged or suspected contravention of a condition of the Scheme or the Act.
Our Mission
WEA facilitates the operations of Australia’s bulk wheat export arrangements through the Wheat Export Accreditation Scheme and informs Government and growers of outcomes.
What we do
- We regulate the export of bulk wheat from Australia through the Wheat Export Accreditation Scheme.
- We maintain a public register of each accredited wheat exporter.
- We monitor the ongoing performance of accredited companies through an annual reporting system.
- We manage operations efficiently and effectively, consistent with sound corporate governance principles, and inform stakeholders of our activities.
Our organisation
WEA consists of a Chairperson and five members appointed by the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry for a period not exceeding five years. To read more click here.
Our stakeholders
To read about WEA's key stakeholders click here.
Client Service Charter
WEA is committed to providing a high level of service to our clients. As WEA has just commenced operations on 1 July 2008, it will develop a new Service Charter that explains our service commitments and standards and outlines the steps you can take if our service standards are not met. To read our Client Service Charter [when available] you can click here.
Legislation
WEA operates under the Wheat Export Marketing Act 2008 and the Financial Management and Accountability Act 1997. To find out more information and links to relevant legislation click here.
Job opportunities
There are currently no vacant positions at WEA.
