STATUTORY RULES.
1948. No. 134.
REGULATIONS UNDER THE AUSTRALIAN BROADCASTING
ACT 1942-1946.*
I, THE GOVERNOR-GENERAL in and over the Commonwealth of .Australia, acting with the advice of the Federal Executive Council, hereby make the following Regulations under the Australian Broadcasting Act 1942-1946.
Dated this fifteenth day of October, 1948.
W. J. McKELL
Governor-General.
By His Excellency's Command,
Postmaster ─ General.
Amendments of the Australian Broadcasting Commission (Staff) Regulations. †
Travelling allowance.
1. Regulation 76 of the Australian Broadcasting Commission (Staff) Regulations is amended by omitting from sub-regulation (1.) the table appearing therein and inserting in its stead the following table:—
“ Rate or salary.(Actual). | Rate of allowance during first 21 days' residence in any one place. | Rate of allowance after first 21 days' residence in any one place. |
Married Officer. | Unmarried Officer. |
Per annum ─ | Per day. | Per week. | Per week. |
| s. d. | s. d. | s. d. |
£400 and under .. .. | 18 6 | 70 0 | 50 0 |
£401 to £500 .. .. .. | 21 0 | 80 0 | 60 0 |
£501 to £1,000 .. .. | 25 0 | 90 0 | 70 0 |
£1,001 and over .. .. | 30 0 | 110 0 | 90 0”. |
Meal allowance.
2. Regulation 78 of the Australian Broadcasting Commission (Staff) Regulations is amended by omitting from sub-regulation (1.) the figures and words—
" £351 to £500........................................... | 3 | 0 |
£350 and under.......................................... | 2 | 6” |
and inserting in their stead the figures and words—
* Notified in the Commonwealth Gazette on ,1948.
†Statutory Rules 1947, No. 17.
4457.—Price 3d.
Overtime payments to officers.
3. Regulation 84 of the Australian Broadcasting Commission (Staff) Regulations is amended—
(a) by omitting the words "Seven hundred and sixty-eight pounds" (wherever occurring) and inserting in their stead the words "Nine hundred and fourteen pounds"; and
(b) by omitting from sub-regulation (3.) the words "Four hundred and fifty pounds" (wherever occurring) and inserting in their stead the words "Five hundred and sixteen pounds".
Special sick leave.
4. Regulation 149 of the Australian Broadcasting Commission (Staff) Regulations is amended by omitting from sub-regulation (1.) the word "three" and inserting in its stead the word "five".
By Authorit: L. F. Johnston, Commonwealth Government Printer, Canberra.
Overview
The Statutory Rules of 1948, No. 134, Regulations under the Australian Broadcasting Act 1942-1946, were introduced by the Governor-General, acting on advice from the Federal Executive Council, to address amendments needed within the Australian Broadcasting Commission's staff regulations. This legislative instrument specifically targets the adjustment of allowances and payments for various staff-related benefits, including travelling allowances, meal allowances, overtime payments, and special sick leave provisions. The intent behind these amendments is to ensure that the allowances and payments are updated to reflect current circumstances and maintain fairness and consistency within the staff remuneration structure.
Scope and Application
The Regulations under the Australian Broadcasting Act 1942-1946, specifically amend the Australian Broadcasting Commission (Staff) Regulations to adjust various allowances and payments for staff within the Australian Broadcasting Commission (ABC). These amendments apply to staff members of the ABC, which includes both married and unmarried officers, and affect their entitlements to allowances such as travelling, meal, and overtime payments, as well as provisions for special sick leave. The geographic reach of these regulations is limited to the Commonwealth, impacting only the federal level of governance. Notably, the regulations do not exclude any specific individuals or categories of staff from their application, thereby ensuring uniform treatment across the board. The adjustments made through these regulations are explicit and do not rely on subordinate instruments for extension or restriction of their application.
Key Provisions
The Statutory Rules 1948, No. 134, which are regulations made under the Australian Broadcasting Act 1942-1946, primarily focus on amendments to the Australian Broadcasting Commission (Staff) Regulations, specifically concerning allowances and leave entitlements for staff. For instance, Regulation 76 has been amended to revise the travelling allowance based on the officer's marital status and salary bracket, as detailed in the new table provided (para 1). Regulation 78 has also been updated to set a flat meal allowance rate of £30 for officers earning £500 and under (para 2). Additionally, Regulation 84 has been adjusted to increase the overtime payment thresholds and the specific maximum amount payable (para 3). Lastly, Regulation 149 has been modified to extend the special sick leave from three to five days (para 4).
These regulations impose specific obligations on the Australian Broadcasting Commission and its staff. For instance, they require the Commission to adhere to the new rates and criteria for allowances and leave entitlements as stipulated in the amended regulations. The Commission must ensure that payments and benefits are calculated and disbursed in accordance with these updated provisions. Staff members, in turn, must comply with the conditions set forth in these regulations when claiming allowances or leave.
Failure to comply with these regulations may not explicitly outline specific offences, penalties, or consequences within the text. However, breaches of regulations governing staff entitlements and payments could potentially lead to legal challenges or administrative reviews, depending on the context and the specific provisions of the Australian Broadcasting Act 1942-1946. Given the nature of the amendments, it is essential that both the Commission and its staff are fully aware of and adhere to the new requirements to avoid any potential disputes or legal issues.