STATUTORY RULES.
1917. No. 83.
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REGULATIONS UNDER THE DEFENCE ACT 1903-1915.
Financial and Allowance Regulations for the Australian Military Forces and Senior Cadets—Amendment to Regulations 330, 340, and 341 and Addition of Regulation 340a.
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 Defence Act 1903-1915, to come into operation from the 1st day of October, 1916.
Dated this fourth day of April, One thousand nine hundred and seventeen.
R. M. FERGUSON,
Governor-General.
By His Excellency’s Command,
G. F. PEARCE,
Minister of State for Defence.
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Financial and Allowance Regulations for the Australian Military Forces and Senior Cadets.
Amendments.
Regulation 330 is amended to read:—
“330. The rules of pay for all ranks of the Militia Forces shall be as set out in the next following regulations.”
The heading to Regulation 340 is amended as follows:—
“340. Rates of Pay for Militia Forces (excluding Australian Army Pay Corps),”
At the end of Regulation 340, add new Regulation 340a, as follows:—
“340a. Rates of pay for the Australian Army Pay Corps.”
Rank. | Rate per annum. | Rate per diem. | Remarks. |
| £ | | |
Lieutenant-Colonel.. | 575 | ... | Commissioned Officers shall also be granted an allowance of £10 to provide Uniform |
Major........... | 475 to 550 | ... |
Captain.......... | 375 to 450 | ... |
Lieutenant........ | 250 to 350 | ... |
Warrant Officer—1st Class | 230 to 290 | ... | Warrant and Non-Commissioned Officers will be granted a free issue of such articles of uniform as may be prescribed, also rations and tentage when required to live in camp |
Warrant Officer—2nd Class | ... | 12s. |
Staff Sergeant..... | ... | 11s. |
Sergeant......... | .... | 10s. |
Corporal......... | ... | 9s. |
2nd Corporal ..... | ... | 5s. 6d. to 8s. |
C.3853—Price 3d.
1. Members of the Australian Army Pay Corps may, subject to the approval of the Minister, be paid at any rate within the minimum and maximum rates prescribed for their respective ranks.
2. Any member of the Commonwealth or State Public Service, or any clerk permanently appointed under the Defence Act who, after enlistment in the Australian Army Pay Corps, would have been entitled to receive an increased rate of pay under the Regulations governing his civilian appointment, and such increased rate is greater than that received by him as a member of the Australian Army Pay Corps, may be paid at such increased rate.
3. Warrant and Non-Commissioned Officers who were serving in the Pay Branches prior to the formation of the Australian Army Pay Corps, and were in receipt of commuted allowance in lieu of rations, shall continue to receive such commuted allowance until promoted to a higher rank.
Regulation 341 is amended by the addition of the following words at the end thereof:—
“nor shall it affect the pay of members of the Australian Army Pay Corps, which shall be at the rate prescribed in Regulation 340a.”
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Printed and Published for the Government of the Commonwealth of Australia by Albert J. Mullett, Government Printer for the State of Victoria.
Overview
The Financial and Allowance Regulations for the Australian Military Forces and Senior Cadets, as amended by Statutory Rules 1917 No. 83, were enacted under the Defence Act 1903-1915 to address discrepancies in pay rates for military personnel, particularly those within the Australian Army Pay Corps. These regulations, made by the Governor-General in accordance with the advice of the Federal Executive Council, came into effect on 1 October 1916. The primary objective of these amendments was to establish specific pay rates and allowances for different ranks within the Australian Army Pay Corps, ensuring they received equitable compensation reflective of their service and rank. This legislative instrument aimed to bring clarity and fairness to the remuneration structure of military personnel, addressing gaps in previous regulations and ensuring that members of the Australian Army Pay Corps were compensated appropriately in line with their duties and civilian counterparts.
Scope and Application
The Statutory Rules 1917, No. 83, made under the Defence Act 1903-1915, outlines amendments to the Financial and Allowance Regulations for the Australian Military Forces and Senior Cadets, specifically focusing on the pay and allowances for members of the Australian Army Pay Corps. These regulations apply to members of the Australian Army Pay Corps, excluding those in the Australian Army Pay Corps who are also part of the Commonwealth or State Public Service. The regulations also apply to commissioned officers, warrant officers, and non-commissioned officers within the Militia Forces, excluding the Australian Army Pay Corps. The regulations establish the rates of pay and allowances for different ranks within the Australian Army Pay Corps, with provisions for additional allowances such as uniform and rations. The regulations have a Commonwealth jurisdictional reach, applying nationally across Australia. There are no stated exclusions or exemptions, but the pay rates are subject to the approval of the Minister and may be adjusted based on civilian service entitlements. The application of these regulations may be extended or restricted through subordinate instruments, which would be detailed in subsequent legislative instruments or administrative guidelines.
Key Provisions
The Statutory Rules, specifically Regulation 330, outlines the rules of pay for all ranks within the Militia Forces, establishing the foundational framework for their remuneration. Regulation 340, now titled "Rates of Pay for Militia Forces (excluding Australian Army Pay Corps)," details the specific pay rates for commissioned and non-commissioned officers excluding those in the Australian Army Pay Corps, with a range of pay scales based on rank and duties. Additionally, Regulation 340a introduces a new section detailing the rates of pay specifically for the Australian Army Pay Corps, providing a structured pay scale that considers rank and additional allowances such as uniform allowances.
These regulations impose obligations on the Defence Department to ensure that all payments are made in accordance with the specified rates and conditions, including the additional allowances for uniforms and rations. The Minister's approval is required for certain payments within the Australian Army Pay Corps, ensuring that these payments are made fairly and in line with both military and civilian pay scales. Warrant and Non-Commissioned Officers who were serving in the Pay Branches prior to the establishment of the Australian Army Pay Corps must continue to receive any commuted allowance in lieu of rations until they are promoted to a higher rank, as stipulated in Regulation 341.
Violations of these pay regulations could lead to serious consequences. While specific penalties are not detailed in the text, breaches of military pay regulations generally could result in administrative or disciplinary actions against the responsible officials. The inclusion of provisions for allowances and the necessity for ministerial approval indicate the importance of adherence to these regulations, with potential repercussions for both the personnel and the Defence Department if these rules are not followed correctly.