STATUTORY RULES.
1914. No. 34.
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PROVISIONAL REGULATIONS UNDER THE DEFENCE ACT 1903-1912.
Financial and Allowance Regulations for the Military Forces of the Commonwealth—Regulation 88—Amendment.
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 Defence Act 1903-1912 should come into immediate operation, and, further, should be taken to have come into operation on and from the first day of July, 1913, and make the Regulation to come into operation accordingly as a Provisional Regulation.
Dated this sixteenth day of April, One thousand nine hundred and fourteen.
DENMAN,
Governor-General.
By His Excellency’s Command,
E. D. MILLEN.
FINANCIAL AND ALLOWANCE REGULATIONS FOR THE MILITARY FORCES OF THE COMMONWEALTH.
Amendment.
Ordnance Department and Rifle Range Services.
Regulation 88—
For “Marker”
substitute —
“Range Assistant.”
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Overview
The Statutory Rules 1914 No. 34, enacted in 1914, is a legislative instrument under the Defence Act 1903-1912. This Provisional Regulation was introduced to address an immediate need to update the nomenclature within the financial and allowance regulations for the military forces of the Commonwealth. The regulation, issued on the advice of the Federal Executive Council by the Governor-General, aims to rectify a specific term within the ordnance department and rifle range services by replacing "Marker" with "Range Assistant". The policy objective is to ensure clarity and accuracy in the roles and responsibilities within the military forces' financial and administrative framework. The urgency of this amendment is underscored by its immediate implementation, effective from July 1, 1913.
Scope and Application
The Provisional Regulations under the Defence Act 1903-1912 pertain specifically to the financial and allowance regulations governing the Military Forces of the Commonwealth. These regulations apply to individuals and entities within the military, including officers and enlisted personnel, as well as entities such as Ordnance Departments and Rifle Range Services. The regulations aim to provide a structured framework for the financial management and allowances pertinent to the military forces, thereby ensuring that the necessary financial support and benefits are appropriately allocated and administered. The geographic reach of these regulations is national, applying throughout the Commonwealth of Australia, thereby impacting all military personnel and entities regardless of state or territory. The regulations do not explicitly state exclusions or thresholds but rather provide a comprehensive set of rules that govern the financial and allowance aspects of military life. The application of these regulations can be further extended or restricted through subordinate instruments, allowing for necessary amendments and updates to be made as circumstances evolve.
Key Provisions
The main operative sections of the Provisional Regulations under the Defence Act 1903-1912, as detailed in Statutory Rules 1914 No. 34, primarily focus on financial and allowance regulations for the military forces of the Commonwealth. Specifically, Regulation 88 (section 3) amends the term "Marker" to "Range Assistant" within the context of Ordnance Department and Rifle Range Services. This change aims to update the terminology used in the regulations, thereby ensuring clarity and consistency in the administration of military forces.
The obligations and requirements imposed by these Regulations on the parties and entities they govern primarily concern the financial management and allowances for personnel involved in Ordnance Department and Rifle Range Services. The substitution of "Marker" with "Range Assistant" requires that all references and roles previously associated with a Marker be now understood and managed under the title of a Range Assistant. This includes any duties, responsibilities, and entitlements that were previously outlined for a Marker. The Regulations mandate that all documentation, administrative processes, and operational protocols be updated to reflect this change, ensuring that there is no confusion or discrepancy in the application of allowances and financial provisions.
The Statutory Rules do not explicitly outline offences, penalties, or civil/criminal consequences for breaches of the Regulations. However, it is implied that failure to comply with these provisions could lead to administrative issues, potentially impacting the financial management and operational efficiency of the military forces. While the document does not detail specific penalties, it is reasonable to infer that non-compliance could result in disciplinary actions or other administrative consequences as prescribed by the Defence Act 1903-1912 or other relevant legislation. The lack of specific penalties in this particular Statutory Rule suggests a focus on ensuring procedural accuracy rather than punitive measures.