STATUTORY RULES.
1932. No. 22.
regulations under the defence act 1903-1927.
I, THE GOVERNOR-GENERAL of the Commonwealth of Australia, acting with the advice of the Federal Executive Council, hereby make the following Regulations under the Defence Act 1903-1927 to come into operation forthwith.
Dated this twenty-fourth day of February, 1932.
ISAAC A. ISAACS.
Governor-General.
By His Excellency’s Command,
G. F. PEARCE
Minister of State for Defence.
Financial and Allowance Regulations for the Australian Military Forces and Senior Cadets.
(Statutory Rules 1926, No. 211, as amended to this date.)
Amendments.
1. Paragraph (i) of Regulation 68 is amended by cancelling the words, etc.: “(c) Member of the armament Artificers Corps, £5”, and substituting the words, etc.: “(c) Member of the Armament Artificer Section, A.A.O.C. (Permanent), £5”.
2. Paragraph (5) of Regulation 100 is cancelled and the following substituted therefor:-
(5.) Members who are on leave of absence for more than one month shall have a proportionate part of their annual pay deducted for the period of such absence, computed on the basis of one-twelfth of the annual rate of pay for each month of absence, provided that a deduction shall not be made in respect of the first month of absence except when payment for that month is made to another member for performing the duties of the member on leave.”
3. The footnote to Regulation 101 which reads—
“Half days may be paid for at one-half and night drills of a minimum duration of one and a half hours at one-quarter, and night drills of a minimum duration of two hours, at one-third of the above rates.”
is cancelled.
359.—Price 3d.
4. The following Regulation 103 is inserted after Regulation 102:—
“103. Payment for attendance at parades of members whose rates of pay are shown in Regulation 101 shall be made in accordance with the respective designations of the parades in the Unit’s programme of parades and with the following:—
(a) For a parade designated as a half-day parade—a half day’s pay irrespective of the hours of day or night in which the parade is held;
(b) (i) For a parade designated a night parade and of a minimum duration of one and a half hours—one-quarter of a day’s pay;
(ii) For a parade designated a night parade and of a minimum duration of two hours—one-third of a day’s pay”
5. Paragraph (e) of Regulation 122 is cancelled and the following substituted therefor:—
“(e) Members who are on leave of absence for more than one month shall have a proportionate part of their annual pay deducted for the period of such absence computed on the basis of one-twelfth of the annual rate of pay for each month of absence, provided that the pay allocated for the period of continuous training shall first be deducted, and that a deduction shall not be made in respect of the first month of absence except when payment for that month is made to another member for performing the duties of the member on leave.”
By Authority: H. J. Green, Government Printer, Canberra,
Overview
The Statutory Rules 1932 No. 22, issued under the Defence Act 1903-1927, were enacted by the Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia, acting with the advice of the Federal Executive Council, to make specific financial and allowance regulations for the Australian Military Forces and Senior Cadets. This legislative instrument aimed to address the need for updated and comprehensive financial regulations to reflect changes within the military structure and operational requirements. The policy objective of these regulations was to ensure fair and consistent pay and allowance practices for military personnel and senior cadets, reflecting their duties and periods of absence or training. These regulations were a response to the evolving needs of the Australian military and were intended to provide clarity and consistency in financial matters related to military service.
Scope and Application
The Financial and Allowance Regulations for the Australian Military Forces and Senior Cadets, made under the Defence Act 1903-1927, govern the financial aspects and allowances for members of the Australian Military Forces and senior cadets. These regulations apply to members of the Australian Military Forces, including permanent and non-permanent members, as well as senior cadets. The financial and allowance provisions outlined in these regulations cover areas such as pay deductions for members on leave of absence, pay for attendance at parades, and other allowances as stipulated. These regulations have a national reach, applying throughout the Commonwealth of Australia. The application of these regulations may be extended or restricted through subordinate instruments, allowing for specific amendments or additions as necessary. The regulations themselves include detailed provisions on the computation of pay deductions for members on leave, the payment for attendance at parades based on the duration and designation of the parade, and the pay rates for members in various roles and circumstances.
Key Provisions
The primary sections of these regulations, as detailed in Statutory Rules 1926, No. 22, as amended, pertain to financial and allowance regulations for the Australian Military Forces and Senior Cadets. Regulation 68 is amended to adjust the financial allocation for members of the Armament Artificer Section, A.A.O.C. (Permanent), setting a new rate of £5 (paragraph 1). Regulation 100 is revised to specify that members on leave of absence for more than one month will have a proportionate part of their annual pay deducted, based on one-twelfth of their annual rate for each month of absence, except for the first month unless another member is compensated for their duties (paragraph 2). Furthermore, the regulations concerning half-day and night drill payments, previously detailed in the footnote to Regulation 101, are cancelled (paragraph 3). A new Regulation 103 is inserted to outline payment for attendance at parades, specifying different rates based on the duration and designation of the parade (paragraph 4). Lastly, Regulation 122 is amended to adjust the deduction for members on leave of absence, ensuring that pay allocated for continuous training is deducted first (paragraph 5).
These regulations impose specific obligations on members of the Australian Military Forces and Senior Cadets regarding financial deductions for leave of absence and payment for attendance at parades. Members on leave for more than one month are subject to deductions from their annual pay, with the first month exempt unless another member is compensated. The payment for parades is determined by the duration and type of parade, with specific rates for half-day, one and a half-hour night, and two-hour night parades. These obligations ensure that financial transactions within the military are transparent and adhere to the prescribed rates.
Breach of these financial regulations could lead to civil or administrative consequences. While the specific offences and penalties are not explicitly detailed within these regulations, non-compliance with financial obligations could result in deductions from pay or other administrative actions. The regulations are designed to maintain financial discipline and ensure that members are compensated fairly and according to their duties and attendance. Any failure to comply with these provisions could potentially lead to disputes over pay, necessitating resolution through the relevant military or administrative channels.