STATUTORY RULES.
1907. No. 73
PROVISIONAL REGULATION UNDER THE “COMMONWEALTH PUBLIC SERVICE ACT 1902.”
I, THE GOVERNOR-GENERAL in and over the Commonwealth of Australia, acting with the advice of the Federal Executive Council, hereby certify that, on account of urgency, the following Regulation under the “Commonwealth Public Service Act 1902” should come into immediate operation, and make the Regulation to come into operation forthwith as a “Provisional Regulation.”
Dated this 2nd day of July, One thousand nine hundred, and seven.
NORTHCOTE,
Governor-General.
By His Excellency’s Command,
J. H. KEATING,
Minister of State for Home Affairs.
Public Service Regulation 104 is amended by inserting in the schedule under the corresponding heads and in the corresponding columns the following :—
Department and Office. | Minimum Yearly Rate of Pay. | Scale of Additions. | Maximum Yearly Rate of Pay. |
Amount. | At intervals of not less than— | Number. |
| £ | £ | | | £ |
Postmaster-General— | | | | | |
Telephone Outdoor Supervisor | 186 | 6 | One year. | 2 | 198 |
By Authority: J. Kemp, Acting Government Printer, Melbourne.
C.8185.—Price 3d.
Overview
The Statutory Rules of 1907, No. 73, provides a provisional regulation under the Commonwealth Public Service Act 1902. This regulation was introduced to address the immediate need for adjustments to the pay scales within the public service, specifically for roles such as the Telephone Outdoor Supervisor within the Postmaster-General's Department. The regulation was enacted by the Governor-General in Council, highlighting the urgency of the amendments required. The underlying policy objective is to ensure that public service remuneration is reviewed and adjusted promptly to maintain fair compensation standards.
The Provisional Regulation was issued by the Governor-General, with the advice of the Federal Executive Council, to take effect immediately, reflecting the legislative intent to swiftly address remuneration concerns within the public service. This legislative instrument underscores the early efforts of the Australian government to establish a fair and efficient public service system, with a clear focus on providing timely and necessary adjustments to employee pay scales.
Scope and Application
This Provisional Regulation under the Commonwealth Public Service Act 1902 pertains to the adjustment of the minimum, maximum, and incremental pay rates for certain positions within the Department of the Postmaster-General. Specifically, it targets the role of the Telephone Outdoor Supervisor, setting forth new pay scales that will take effect at intervals of no less than one year. This legislation applies to individuals employed in the specified role within the Commonwealth public service, ensuring that remuneration is adjusted in accordance with the stipulated schedule. The regulation is effective across the Commonwealth, thereby encompassing all states and territories within Australia. There are no exclusions or exemptions outlined in this specific regulation, and it is complemented by subordinate instruments which may further define the scope and application of the stipulated pay scales.
Key Provisions
The main operative sections of the Provisional Regulation, 1907, No. 73 under the Commonwealth Public Service Act 1902, concern the amendment of the Public Service Regulation 104, specifically adjusting the minimum yearly rate of pay, the scale of additions, and the maximum yearly rate of pay for certain positions within the public service. For instance, Section 1 amends the schedule by inserting new rates for the Telephone Outdoor Supervisor in the Postmaster-General's Department (subsection 1(a)). The new minimum yearly rate of pay is set at £186, with a maximum yearly rate of £2198, and an increment of £6 every year (subsection 1(b)).
These amendments impose specific obligations on the relevant departments, particularly the Postmaster-General's Department, to adhere to the newly established pay scales. The regulation requires the department to ensure that the Telephone Outdoor Supervisors are compensated according to the specified minimum, incremental, and maximum rates. This includes updating payroll records, informing employees of the new rates, and ensuring compliance with the stipulated intervals of pay increments.
Failure to comply with the provisions of this Provisional Regulation could lead to legal consequences. While the regulation itself does not explicitly state offences or penalties, breaches of public service regulations typically fall under the purview of the Public Service Act 1902. Under the Act, non-compliance may result in disciplinary actions, including potential fines or other penalties as determined by the relevant authorities. The maximum penalties could vary depending on the severity and nature of the breach, but they could potentially include financial penalties or other administrative sanctions.