Australian Film Development Corporation (No. 2)
No. 123 of 1970
An Act relating to the Remuneration of the Members of the Australian Film Development Corporation.
[Assented to 11 November 1970]
BE it enacted by the Queen’s Most Excellent Majesty, the Senate, and the House of Representatives of the Commonwealth of Australia, as follows:—
Short title and citation.
1.—(1.) This Act may be cited as the Australian Film Development Corporation Act (No. 2) 1970.
(2.) The Australian Film Development Corporation Act 1970, as amended by this Act, may be cited as the Australian Film Development Corporation Acts 1970.
Commencement.
2. This Act shall come into operation on the day on which it receives the Royal Assent.
Remuneration and allowances.
3. Section 8 of the Australian Film Development Corporation Act 1970 is amended by omitting sub-section (1.) and inserting in its stead the following sub-sections:—
“(1.) For each day on which a member attends a meeting of the Corporation, he shall be paid—
(a) in the case of a member being the Chairman—
(i) if the duration of the meeting is not less than three hours—Forty dollars; or
(ii) if the duration of the meeting is less than three hours—Twenty-five dollars; or
(b) in the case of a member not being the Chairman—
(i) if the duration of the meeting is not less than three hours—Thirty-five dollars; or
(ii) if the duration of the meeting is less than three hours—Twenty dollars.
“(1a.) The last preceding sub-section does not apply in relation to a member who—
(a) is an officer of, or is temporarily employed in, the Public Service of the Commonwealth; or
(b) is an officer of, or is employed by, an authority of the Commonwealth and is required by the terms of his employment to give the whole of his time to the duties of his employment.”.
Overview
The Australian Film Development Corporation Act (No. 2) 1970 was enacted by the Parliament of Australia to amend the remuneration provisions for members of the Australian Film Development Corporation. This Act was introduced to address the need for a more structured and equitable remuneration system for the members of the Corporation, who were responsible for overseeing and guiding the development of the Australian film industry. The policy objective of this legislation was to ensure that members of the Corporation receive fair compensation for their time and efforts, while also taking into account the roles and responsibilities of different members within the organisation. This Act amends the Australian Film Development Corporation Act 1970 by modifying the remuneration provisions to account for the duration of meetings and the specific roles of the members.
Scope and Application
The Australian Film Development Corporation Act (No. 2) 1970 applies to the members of the Australian Film Development Corporation, specifically focusing on their remuneration and allowances for attending meetings. The Act amends the original Australian Film Development Corporation Act 1970 to establish a new framework for the payment of allowances based on the duration of meetings and the roles of the members involved. It comes into effect on the day it receives Royal Assent and is applicable nationwide as a Commonwealth Act. However, the provisions for remuneration do not apply to members who are officers of, or employed by, the Public Service of the Commonwealth or any Commonwealth authority that requires full-time commitment. The Act does not specify any exclusions or thresholds beyond those mentioned, and its scope is confined to the remuneration of members for their attendance at meetings of the Corporation.
Key Provisions
The Australian Film Development Corporation Act (No. 2) 1970 amends the original Australian Film Development Corporation Act 1970, specifically focusing on the remuneration and allowances for members attending meetings of the Corporation. Section 8, which governs the payment of members, is modified to detail specific allowances based on the duration of meetings and the member's role. For instance, the Chairman of the Corporation receives $40 if a meeting lasts three hours or more, or $25 if it is shorter than three hours. Other members receive $35 for a meeting lasting three hours or more, and $20 for a shorter meeting. These provisions ensure that members are fairly compensated for their time and effort in attending Corporation meetings. It is important to note that these allowances do not apply to members who are Commonwealth public servants or officers of Commonwealth authorities required to dedicate their full time to their duties.
The Act imposes clear obligations on the Australian Film Development Corporation regarding the payment of allowances to its members. The Corporation must ensure that members are compensated according to the specified rates based on the duration of meetings they attend and their respective roles within the Corporation. This includes distinguishing between the Chairman and other members, as well as ensuring that members who are Commonwealth officers or employees are not entitled to these allowances. By setting these specific payment criteria, the Act aims to provide transparency and fairness in the remuneration process for Corporation members.
Failure to comply with the provisions of the Act could result in legal consequences. While the Act itself does not explicitly state offences or penalties for breaches, the general legal framework under which the Act operates would apply. Breaches of statutory provisions can potentially lead to civil liabilities or criminal charges, depending on the nature and severity of the breach. For example, if the Corporation fails to pay the stipulated allowances to members, this could result in legal action from affected members, potentially leading to fines or other civil penalties. Additionally, if such non-compliance were deemed to be part of a broader pattern of mismanagement or misconduct, it could attract criminal penalties under relevant laws. The exact consequences would depend on the specifics of the case and the discretion of the courts.