{"id":"F2016L01865","name":"Woomera Prohibited Area Rule 2014 Determination of Exclusion Periods for the Green Zone for June 2017","slug":"woomera-prohibited-area-rule-2014-determination-of-exclusion-periods-for-the-green-zone-for-june-201","collection":"legislative_instrument","jurisdiction":"commonwealth","status":"in_force","isInForce":true,"actNumber":null,"makingDate":null,"administeringDepartment":null,"currentVersion":{"id":95529,"registerId":"commonwealth-F2016L01865-current","compilationNumber":null,"startDate":"2026-04-02","status":"InForce","reasons":null,"registeredAt":null},"sections":[{"sectionNumber":"1","sectionType":"section","heading":"Woomera Prohibited Area Rule 2014 Determination of Exclusion Periods for the Green Zone for June 2017","content":"![](image.001.png)\n\nWoomera Prohibited Area Rule 2014 Determination of Exclusion Periods for the Green Zone for June 2017\n\nmade under subsection 8(1) of the\n\nWoomera Prohibited Area Rule 2014\n\nCompilation No. 1\n\nCompilation date: 23 May 2017\n\nIncludes amendments up to: F2017L00575\n\nRegistered: 29 May 2017\n\nAbout this compilation\n\nThis compilation\n\nThis is a compilation of the Woomera Prohibited Area Rule 2014 Determination of Exclusion Periods for the Green Zone for June 2017 that shows the text of the law as amended and in force on 23 May 2017 (the compilation date).\n\nThe notes at the end of this compilation (the endnotes) include information about amending laws and the amendment history of provisions of the compiled law.\n\nUncommenced amendments\n\nThe effect of uncommenced amendments is not shown in the text of the compiled law. Any uncommenced amendments affecting the law are accessible on the Legislation Register (www.legislation.gov.au). The details of amendments made up to, but not commenced at, the compilation date are underlined in the endnotes. For more information on any uncommenced amendments, see the series page on the Legislation Register for the compiled law.\n\nApplication, saving and transitional provisions for provisions and amendments\n\nIf the operation of a provision or amendment of the compiled law is affected by an application, saving or transitional provision that is not included in this compilation, details are included in the endnotes.\n\nEditorial changes\n\nFor more information about any editorial changes made in this compilation, see the endnotes.\n\nModifications\n\nIf the compiled law is modified by another law, the compiled law operates as modified but the modification does not amend the text of the law. Accordingly, this compilation does not show the text of the compiled law as modified. For more information on any modifications, see the series page on the Legislation Register for the compiled law.\n\nSelf-repealing provisions\n\nIf a provision of the compiled law has been repealed in accordance with a provision of the law, details are included in the endnotes.\n\nWoomera Prohibited Area Rule 2014  \nDetermination of Exclusion Periods for the Green Zone for June 2017\n\nI, Caroline Chalker, Director Woomera Prohibited Area Coordination Office, as a delegate of the Minister for Defence, for the purposes of subsection 8(1) of the Woomera Prohibited Area Rule 2014, determine the periods set out in the Schedule be exclusion periods for the Green Zone.\n\nZones within the Woomera Prohibited Area are prescribed in section 6 of the Woomera Prohibited Area Rule 2014.\n\nSchedule\n\nPart 1\n\n| Exclusion Period           | Part of the Green Zone to which the Exclusion Period applies                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             |\n| -------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |\n| 11 June 2017 –17 June 2017 | That part of the Green Zone contained within and bounded by a line commencing at 29.249796 S, 134.456129 E (Point 1); then to a point 29.531750 S, 134.342432 E (Point 2); then to a point 29.874690 S, 133.586690 E (Point 3); then to a point 29.887320 S, 133.572613 E (Point 4); then to a point 30.480739 S, 133.503708 E (Point 5); then to a point 30.499878 S, 133.010357 E (Point 6); then to a point 30.400752 S, 132.000000 E (Point 7); then to a point 29.897976 S, 132.000000 E (Point 8); 29.750000 S, 132.000000 E (Point 9); then to a point 29.750000 S, 131.500000 E (Point 10); then to a point 28.117979 S, 131.500000 E (Point 11); then to a point 28.117979 S, 132.000000 E (Point 12); and then to a point 27.842881 S, 132.000000 E (Point 13) ; then to a point 27.842881 S, 133.827371 E (Point 14); then to a point 28.521057 S, 133.839655 E (Point 15); then to a point 28.523342 S, 134.094472 E (Point 16); then to a point 28.746840 S, 134.097737 E (Point 17); then to a point 29.020119 S, 134.374999 E (Point 18); then to a point 29.249796 S, 134.456129 E (Point 19) and then to the point of commencement and identified in the map in Part 2 of the Schedule. |\n| 18 June 2017 –24 June 2017 | That part of the Green Zone contained within and bounded by a line commencing at 29.249796 S, 134.456129 E (Point 1); then to a point 29.531750 S, 134.342432 E (Point 2); then to a point 29.874690 S, 133.586690 E (Point 3); then to a point 29.887320 S, 133.572613 E (Point 4); then to a point 30.480739 S, 133.503708 E (Point 5); then to a point 30.499878 S, 133.010357 E (Point 6); then to a point 30.400752 S, 132.000000 E (Point 7); then to a point 29.897976 S, 132.000000 E (Point 8); 29.750000 S, 132.000000 E (Point 9); then to a point 29.750000 S, 131.500000 E (Point 10); then to a point 28.117979 S, 131.500000 E (Point 11); then to a point 28.117979 S, 132.000000 E (Point 12); and then to a point 27.842881 S, 132.000000 E (Point 13) ; then to a point 27.842881 S, 133.827371 E (Point 14); then to a point 28.521057 S, 133.839655 E (Point 15); then to a point 28.523342 S, 134.094472 E (Point 16); then to a point 28.746840 S, 134.097737 E (Point 17); then to a point 29.020119 S, 134.374999 E (Point 18); then to a point 29.249796 S, 134.456129 E (Point 19) and then to the point of commencement and identified in the map in Part 2 of the Schedule. |\n| 25 June 2017 –30 June 2017 | That part of the Green Zone contained within and bounded by a line commencing at 29.249796 S, 134.456129 E (Point 1); then to a point 29.531750 S, 134.342432 E (Point 2); then to a point 29.874690 S, 133.586690 E (Point 3); then to a point 29.887320 S, 133.572613 E (Point 4); then to a point 30.480739 S, 133.503708 E (Point 5); then to a point 30.499878 S, 133.010357 E (Point 6); then to a point 30.400752 S, 132.000000 E (Point 7); then to a point 29.897976 S, 132.000000 E (Point 8); 29.750000 S, 132.000000 E (Point 9); then to a point 29.750000 S, 131.500000 E (Point 10); then to a point 28.117979 S, 131.500000 E (Point 11); then to a point 28.117979 S, 132.000000 E (Point 12); and then to a point 27.842881 S, 132.000000 E (Point 13) ; then to a point 27.842881 S, 133.827371 E (Point 14); then to a point 28.521057 S, 133.839655 E (Point 15); then to a point 28.523342 S, 134.094472 E (Point 16); then to a point 28.746840 S, 134.097737 E (Point 17); then to a point 29.020119 S, 134.374999 E (Point 18); then to a point 29.249796 S, 134.456129 E (Point 19) and then to the point of commencement and identified in the map in Part 2 of the Schedule. |\n\nPart 2\n\n![EZMP](image.002.png)\n\n> Note: Endnote 1—About the endnotes\n\nThe endnotes provide information about this compilation and the compiled law.\n\nThe following endnotes are included in every compilation:\n\nEndnote 1—About the endnotes\n\nEndnote 2—Abbreviation key\n\nEndnote 3—Legislation history\n\nEndnote 4—Amendment history\n\nAbbreviation key—Endnote 2\n\nThe abbreviation key sets out abbreviations that may be used in the endnotes.\n\nLegislation history and amendment history—Endnotes 3 and 4\n\nAmending laws are annotated in the legislation history and amendment history.\n\nThe legislation history in endnote 3 provides information about each law that has amended (or will amend) the compiled law. The information includes commencement details for amending laws and details of any application, saving or transitional provisions that are not included in this compilation.\n\nThe amendment history in endnote 4 provides information about amendments at the provision (generally section or equivalent) level. It also includes information about any provision of the compiled law that has been repealed in accordance with a provision of the law.\n\nEditorial changes\n\nThe Legislation Act 2003 authorises First Parliamentary Counsel to make editorial and presentational changes to a compiled law in preparing a compilation of the law for registration. The changes must not change the effect of the law. Editorial changes take effect from the compilation registration date.\n\nIf the compilation includes editorial changes, the endnotes include a brief outline of the changes in general terms. Full details of any changes can be obtained from the Office of Parliamentary Counsel.\n\nMisdescribed amendments\n\nA misdescribed amendment is an amendment that does not accurately describe the amendment to be made. If, despite the misdescription, the amendment can be given effect as intended, the amendment is incorporated into the compiled law and the abbreviation “(md)” added to the details of the amendment included in the amendment history.\n\nIf a misdescribed amendment cannot be given effect as intended, the abbreviation “(md not incorp)” is added to the details of the amendment included in the amendment history.\n\n> Note: Endnote 2—Abbreviation key\n\n| ad = added or inserted                         | o = order(s)                        |\n| ---------------------------------------------- | ----------------------------------- |\n| am = amended                                   | Ord = Ordinance                     |\n| amdt = amendment                               | orig = original                     |\n| c = clause(s)                                  | par = paragraph(s)/subparagraph(s)  |\n| C[x] = Compilation No. x                       | /sub‑subparagraph(s)                |\n| Ch = Chapter(s)                                | pres = present                      |\n| def = definition(s)                            | prev = previous                     |\n| Dict = Dictionary                              | (prev…) = previously                |\n| disallowed = disallowed by Parliament          | Pt = Part(s)                        |\n| Div = Division(s)                              | r = regulation(s)/rule(s)           |\n| ed = editorial change                          | reloc = relocated                   |\n| exp = expires/expired or ceases/ceased to have | renum = renumbered                  |\n| effect                                         | rep = repealed                      |\n| F = Federal Register of Legislation            | rs = repealed and substituted       |\n| gaz = gazette                                  | s = section(s)/subsection(s)        |\n| LA = Legislation Act 2003                      | Sch = Schedule(s)                   |\n| LIA = Legislative Instruments Act 2003         | Sdiv = Subdivision(s)               |\n| (md) = misdescribed amendment can be given     | SLI = Select Legislative Instrument |\n| effect                                         | SR = Statutory Rules                |\n| (md not incorp) = misdescribed amendment       | Sub‑Ch = Sub‑Chapter(s)             |\n| cannot be given effect                         | SubPt = Subpart(s)                  |\n| mod = modified/modification                    | underlining = whole or part not     |\n| No. = Number(s)                                | commenced or to be commenced        |\n\n> Note: Endnote 3—Legislation history\n\n| Name                                                                                                                  | Registration              | Commencement | Application, saving and transitional provisions |\n| --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ------------------------- | ------------ | ----------------------------------------------- |\n| Woomera Prohibited Area Rule 2014 Determination of Exclusion Periods for the Green Zone for June 2017                 | 5 Dec 2016 (F2016L01865)  | 6 Dec 2016   |                                                 |\n| Woomera Prohibited Area Rule 2014 Determination of Exclusion Periods for the Green Zone for June 2017 Amendment No. 1 | 22 May 2017 (F2017L00575) | 23 May 2017  | —                                               |\n\n> Note: Endnote 4—Amendment history\n\n| Provision affected        | How affected   |\n| ------------------------- | -------------- |\n| Schedule                  |                |\n| Schedule................. | am F2017L00575 |","sortOrder":0}],"analysis":{"flash_summary":{"complexity_score":3,"scope_assessment":{"changed":false,"description":"This determination implements a routine, time-limited restriction under the existing rule by naming specific exclusion dates and a bounded area (Schedule Parts 1–2). It does not redefine zone boundaries or expand the Rule's statutory powers; it only exercises the scheduling power authorised by subsection 8(1)."},"complexity_factors":["Legal basis is a single delegated power: subsection 8(1) of the Woomera Prohibited Area Rule 2014 — limited statutory discretion reduces conceptual complexity.","Primary substance is temporal scheduling (three date ranges) rather than new substantive regulation — straightforward to apply against calendar dates.","Geographic precision: a polygon defined by 19 coordinate points repeated for each period (Schedule Part 1) requires mapping tools to interpret and enforce.","Map reference in Schedule Part 2 must be read together with coordinates — cross-referencing increases operational complexity for users and enforcers.","Compilation and amendment metadata (registration, compilation date, amendment history) are present and may require checking for currentness (endnotes), adding minor administrative steps.","Repetitive text (same polygon repeated for each period) lowers interpretive difficulty but creates risk of copy errors; verifying identical boundaries across periods is necessary."],"plain_english_summary":"This instrument, made under subsection 8(1) of the Woomera Prohibited Area Rule 2014 by the Director of the Woomera Prohibited Area Coordination Office, designates three specific exclusion periods in June 2017 for a mapped part of the Green Zone. It specifies a closed polygon by precise geographic coordinates and an accompanying map, so during those dates entry to that area is excluded. Affected parties (potential entrants and operators over the area) must comply with the temporary access prohibition."},"kimi_summary":{"content_quality":"ok","complexity_score":2,"scope_assessment":{"changed":false,"description":"This instrument performs exactly the function intended by its enabling legislation (the Woomera Prohibited Area Rule 2014). It is a routine administrative determination setting exclusion periods for a specific month, which is the standard operational purpose of the parent Rule. There is no scope creep or expansion beyond the original legislative intent."},"complexity_factors":["Very short document (approximately 2 pages of substantive content)","Only 1 operative provision (the determination itself)","No defined terms in the instrument itself (relies on definitions in the parent Woomera Prohibited Area Rule 2014)","Simple structure: preamble + single schedule with table","Repetitive coordinate listings (same boundary description repeated 3 times for different date ranges)","No cross-references beyond the enabling subsection 8(1) of the parent Rule","No conditional logic, exceptions, or nested provisions"],"plain_english_summary":"This instrument temporarily closes a defined portion of the Woomera Prohibited Area’s Green Zone on three week-long blocks in June 2017 (11–17, 18–24, 25–30 June) using precise map coordinates. It bars usual users — pastoralists, miners, traditional owners, tourists — during those dates and facilitates Defence activities. It’s a short-term safety closure for military testing, not a permanent restriction."},"flash_summary_failed":{"failed":true,"reason":"A positive credit balance is required for all requests, including BYOK, so fallback providers remain available. 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