Australian Wool Commission Regulations (Amendment)

Overview

The Statutory Rules 1972 No. 11, enacted under the Australian Wool Commission Act 1970-1971, introduces amendments to the Australian Wool Commission Regulations. These amendments were necessitated to adjust certain financial allowances within the commission, specifically addressing the travelling allowance for members and their deputies. The regulations were issued by the Administrator of the Government of the Commonwealth of Australia, following the advice of the Federal Executive Council, to ensure alignment with current financial requirements. The primary objective of these amendments is to update the compensation rates for travel-related expenses to reflect changes in economic conditions or operational needs, thereby maintaining the efficiency and effectiveness of the Australian Wool Commission. These regulations, which came into effect on the 24th of January 1972, also include the repeal of a specific regulation that was no longer applicable or necessary. The amendments focus on updating the travelling allowance from twenty-one dollars to twenty-five dollars for members and their deputies, effective from the specified date. This adjustment is designed to ensure that the commission can continue to operate smoothly and fairly compensate its members for travel expenses.

Scope and Application

The Australian Wool Commission Regulations 1972, made under the Australian Wool Commission Act 1970-1971, apply to members of the Australian Wool Commission and their deputies, specifically regarding travel allowances. The application of these regulations extends to the travelling allowance paid or payable to a member, other than the Chairman, or to the deputy of a member in respect of the twenty-fourth day of January 1972, or any subsequent day. This regulation pertains solely to the financial aspect of travel allowances and does not extend to other forms of remuneration or benefits. Notably, Regulation 4 has been amended to increase the travelling allowance from twenty-one dollars to twenty-five dollars, while Regulation 5 has been repealed entirely. The regulations are part of the Commonwealth's legislative framework and thus have a national reach within Australia.

Key Provisions

The primary operative sections of the Statutory Rules 1972 No. 112 are regulations 4 and 5. Regulation 4 (1) amends the existing rate of travelling allowance from twenty-one dollars to twenty-five dollars. This new rate applies to members, other than the Chairman, or their deputies, starting from 24 January 1972. Regulation 5, on the other hand, repeals the previous regulation 5, thereby removing it from the Australian Wool Commission Regulations. The application of these amendments is specified to cover the travelling allowance for the dates mentioned above. These regulations impose specific obligations on the Australian Wool Commission and its members. Under the amended Regulation 4 (1), the Commission is required to adjust the travelling allowance for members, excluding the Chairman, and their deputies to the new rate of twenty-five dollars, effective from the 24th of January 1972. This adjustment must be reflected in any payments made on or after this date. The repeal of Regulation 5 removes any previous stipulations or limitations that were previously in place under that regulation, thereby relieving the Commission of those specific obligations. The Statutory Rules 1972 No. 112 do not explicitly outline any offences, penalties, or civil or criminal consequences for non-compliance with these regulations. However, failure to adhere to the amended rate specified in Regulation 4 could potentially lead to disputes or claims regarding the correct amount of travelling allowance. The repealed Regulation 5 no longer imposes any obligations, and thus, its non-compliance is no longer relevant. The Australian Wool Commission must ensure compliance with these amendments to avoid any potential disputes or financial discrepancies related to travelling allowances.