Financial and Allowance Regulations for the Australian Military Forces and Senior Cadets (Amendment)

Overview

The Statutory Rules 1918 No. 148 is a legislative instrument enacted under the Defence Act 1903-1917 by the Governor-General in and over the Commonwealth of Australia, acting with the advice of the Federal Executive Council. This regulation, which came into operation immediately, was introduced to address specific administrative and financial concerns within the Australian Military Forces and senior cadets. By repealing sub-regulation (f) of regulation 196 of the Financial and Allowance Regulations for the Australian Military Forces and Senior Cadets as from 10 May 1918, the regulation aimed to streamline and update the financial and allowance practices in response to the evolving needs of the military during this period. The policy objective behind this regulation was to ensure that the financial management within the military remained efficient and aligned with the broader defence requirements of the Commonwealth.

Scope and Application

The Statutory Rules 1918 No. 148, made under the Defence Act 1903-1917, pertains specifically to the Financial and Allowance Regulations for the Australian Military Forces and Senior Cadets. This legislative instrument applies to all members of the Australian Military Forces and Senior Cadets, including their families and dependents, who are entitled to financial and other allowances as prescribed under the regulations. The geographic reach of this legislation is national, applying to all Commonwealth areas, and it is applicable to any transactions or conduct related to financial and allowance entitlements for the mentioned groups. This regulation is comprehensive and extends to all military personnel and cadets within the Australian Defence Force, ensuring uniformity and consistency in the distribution of financial benefits. The regulation explicitly repeals Sub-regulation (f) of regulation 196, effective from 10th May 1918, thereby altering the existing allowances framework. Subordinate instruments may further extend or restrict the application of these regulations, providing detailed guidance and specific implementation measures.

Key Provisions

The primary operative section of this statutory rule is sub-regulation (f) of regulation 196 of the Financial and Allowance Regulations for the Australian Military Forces and Senior Cadets, which is repealed effective from 10th May, 1918 (sub-regulation (f) of regulation 196). This repeal signifies that the previously stipulated provisions under sub-regulation (f) are no longer applicable from the specified date. The repeal of sub-regulation (f) imposes a requirement on all relevant parties to cease any practices or procedures that were previously authorised or regulated by that sub-regulation. This includes ceasing any financial allowances or benefits that were previously provided to members of the Australian Military Forces and Senior Cadets under the repealed sub-regulation. Failure to comply with the repeal of this sub-regulation may result in legal consequences, although the specific civil or criminal penalties are not detailed in this statutory rule. However, under the Defence Act 1903-1917, breaches of regulations can lead to disciplinary action against military personnel, fines, or other legal repercussions as deemed appropriate by the relevant authorities. The maximum penalties, if applicable, would be consistent with the general provisions of the Defence Act, which could include substantial fines and imprisonment. It is essential for all concerned parties to be aware of this change and to adjust their practices accordingly to avoid any inadvertent breaches of the new regulatory framework. The repeal effectively removes the former allowances or benefits, and adherence to this change is mandatory.