STATUTORY RULES.
1930. No. 130.
REGULATIONS UNDER THE DEFENCE ACT 1903-1927.
I, THE person administering the Government 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 thirtieth day of October, 1930.
SOMERS
Administering the Government of the
Commonwealth of Australia.
By His Excellency’s Command,
A. E. GREEN
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. Sub-paragraph (c) of regulation 81 is amended by the insertion of the following words after the word “case”:—
“for members of the Permanent Military Forces and their wives and children (the latter up to fourteen years of age).”
2. Regulation 82 is cancelled and the following substituted therefor:—
“82. The wife and children (the latter up to fourteen years of age) of a member of the Permanent Military Forces may receive such medical attendance from the medical officer appointed by the department for attendance upon the member himself as is within the duties of such medical officer as defined by the conditions of his appointment.”
3. Regulation 207 is amended by deleting the schedule appearing in paragraph (a) and substituting the following therefor:—
| Per mile up to 5,000 miles in any 12 months. | | Per mile after 5,000 miles in any 12 months. |
(i) Motor truck............................... | 7d. | .. | 5d. |
(ii) Motor car over 12 h.p. when used at Schools and Tactical Exercises other than in camp | 7d. | .. | 6d. |
(iii) Motor car over 12 h.p. used for purpose other than as in sub-paragraph (ii) | | | |
6d. | .. | 4d. |
(iv) Motor car over 8 h.p. and not exceeding 12 h.p. when used at Schools and Tactical Exercises other than in Camp | | | |
6d. | .. | 4d. |
(v) Motor car over 8 h.p. and not exceeding 12 h.p. used for purposes other than as in sub-paragraph (iv) | | | |
5d. | .. | 3d. |
(vi) Motor car 8 h.p. or under when used at Schools and Tactical Exercises other than in Camp | | | |
5½d. | .. | 3½d. |
(vii) Motor car 8 h.p. or under used for purposes other than as in sub-paragraph (vi) | | | |
4½d. | .. | 2½d. |
(viii) Motor cycle with side car.................... | 3½d. | .. | 1½d. |
(ix) Motor cycle.............................. | 2d. | .. | 1d. |
(x) Other means of conveyance.................... | First 20 miles 3d. per mile, each additional mile over 20 miles l½d. per mile. | | |
4. Regulation 324 is cancelled and the following substituted therefor:—
“324.—(1.) Personnel of regimental detachments of Senior Cadets affiliated with Militia Units who are selected to attend Continuous Courses of Instruction or a School or Course of Instruction which is held in conjunction with or as part of a school or course for officers or for warrant and non-commissioned officers of the Militia Forces may be granted—
(a) transport to and from the Course or School and meal allowance whilst so travelling on the same scale as prescribed in regulation 254;
(b) tentage or quarters and subsistence whilst attending the Course or School.
(2.) In cases in which the attendance of personnel of regimental detachments of Senior Cadets affiliated with Militia Units at unit courses or classes, either in Camp or Bivouac, has been approved by Formation, &c., Commanders, allowances as prescribed in regulation 222 may be granted for the Senior Cadet personnel so attending.”
By Authority: H. J. Green, Government Printer, Canberra.
Overview
The Statutory Rules 1930, No. 130, made under the Defence Act 1903-1927, were enacted to address gaps in the financial and allowance regulations for the Australian Military Forces and Senior Cadets. These regulations were made with the advice of the Federal Executive Council and signed by the Minister of State for Defence, A. E. Green. The primary objective of these regulations is to provide comprehensive financial and allowance guidelines to ensure the well-being and operational efficiency of military personnel and their families, as well as to facilitate the training and development of Senior Cadets affiliated with Militia Units.
Scope and Application
The Financial and Allowance Regulations for the Australian Military Forces and Senior Cadets, promulgated under the Defence Act 1903-1927, apply to members of the Australian Military Forces and their families, as well as to senior cadets affiliated with militia units. This legislation governs financial matters such as allowances, medical attendance, and transportation costs for military personnel and their dependents, as well as provisions for senior cadets participating in military training. The regulations are applicable across the Commonwealth of Australia and are intended to ensure that military personnel and their families receive necessary financial support and benefits. The regulations include specific allowances for different types of vehicles used by military personnel for various purposes, and provide for the families of permanent military forces members to receive medical attendance from military medical officers. Furthermore, these regulations can be amended or extended through subordinate instruments, allowing for adjustments based on changing circumstances or requirements within the military.
Key Provisions
The main operative sections of these regulations primarily concern financial allowances and provisions for the Australian Military Forces and Senior Cadets. Regulation 81(c) has been amended to extend financial support to the families of members of the Permanent Military Forces, specifically mentioning wives and children up to fourteen years of age. Regulation 82 now allows wives and children of Permanent Military Forces members to receive medical attendance from the medical officer assigned to the member, as long as it falls within the officer's appointed duties. Regulation 207 revises the reimbursement rates for various types of motorised transport used by the military, distinguishing between different circumstances and mileage thresholds. Regulation 324 introduces provisions for transport, meal allowances, tentage or quarters, and subsistence for Senior Cadet personnel attending continuous courses or schools in conjunction with Militia Forces training.
These regulations impose several obligations on the relevant parties, primarily concerning financial support and administrative provisions for the military and affiliated cadet forces. The amendments to regulation 81 require the government to provide financial support for the families of Permanent Military Forces members. Regulation 82 mandates that the medical officer assigned to a member of the Permanent Military Forces must provide necessary medical attendance to the member's family within the scope of their duties. Regulation 207 sets out specific reimbursement rates for different types of motorised transport used by the military, affecting budgeting and logistical planning. Regulation 324 requires the provision of transport, meal allowances, tentage or quarters, and subsistence for Senior Cadet personnel attending specific courses or schools, subject to approval by the appropriate military commanders.
Failure to comply with the provisions outlined in these regulations may result in civil or administrative penalties, although the specific consequences are not detailed in the text. For example, not providing the financial allowances specified in regulation 81(c) could be seen as a breach of the obligations towards the families of Permanent Military Forces members. Similarly, not adhering to the reimbursement rates in regulation 207 might lead to financial discrepancies or disputes. Non-compliance with the allowances and provisions for Senior Cadets in regulation 324 could affect the training and support of these individuals, potentially impacting their readiness and integration with the Militia Forces. While the exact penalties are not stated, breaches of these regulations could lead to administrative reviews, financial audits, or other corrective measures to ensure compliance.