H.M.A. Training Ship "Tingira" Regulations (Amendment) (Provisional)

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STATUTORY RULES.

1915. No. 186.

 

PROVISIONAL REGULATIONS UNDER THE NAVAL DEFENCE ACT 1910-12.

Regulations for the Naval Forces of the Commonwealth—H.M.A. Training Ship “Tingira.”

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 Regulations under the Naval Defence Act 1910-12 should come into immediate operation, and make the Regulations to come into operation accordingly as Provisional Regulations.

Dated this twenty-second day of September, One thousand nine hundred and fifteen.

R. M. FERGUSON,

Governor-General.

By His Excellency’s Command,

J. A. JENSEN.

 

Regulations (Provisional) for H.M.A. Training Ship “Tingira.”

Amendments.

Cancel the whole of Regulation 6.

Cancel the whole of Regulation 7.

Cancelcaptains” in the third line of Regulation 8 (1) and substitute “cater boys” in lieu thereof.

Canceldozenin the first line of Regulations 8 (2) and substitute “a sufficient number of” in lieu thereof.

Cancel2s.” in the first line of Regulation 10 (1) (c) and substitute “5s.” in lieu thereof.

Cancel “Boys’ Fund quarterly and paid over to the carpenter” in Regulation 10 (2) and substituteboys on the ledger” in lieu thereof.

Add the following at end of Regulation 12 (2)—

These materials are never to be considered the private property of the tailor or shoemaker, and only such quantities are to be issued as will be sufficient for current requirements.

The value of any material so used will be charged on the ledger against the clothing allowance of the boy, or debited in “Clothing Charges” column, in the usual manner.

Add at the end of Regulation 14 (1) “provided he has been twelve months in the service.”

Add at the end of Regulation 14 (2) “provided he has been twelve months in the service.”

C.6608.—Price 3d.


Add new Sub-Regulation (4) to Regulation 14 as follows;—(4) In the case of a boy discharged within one year of entry who is in debt on his clothing gratuity account (Financial and Allowance Regulation 43 (III)) his kit or portion thereof should be recovered and sold in the manner laid down in the King’s Regulations, except such as is sufficient for his requirements. Any balance received from the sale of the kit in excess of the amount required to pay debt is to be paid to the boy.

Cancel “one shilling” in the first line of second paragraph of Regulation 15 and substitute two shillings and sixpence” in lieu thereof.

Cancel “A sum of £10” in the first line of Regulation 19 and substitute. “A sum of not more than £10” in lieu thereof.

Cancel (to the value of £5”) in the first line of Regulation 24 and substitute (“to the value of not more than £5”) in lieu thereof.

Cancel in Regulation 29 (1)

For a badge, 3d.

For an instructor boy. 1s. (inclusive of crown and badge pay)

and substitute.

For a badge, 6d.

For an instructor boy, 1s. (exclusive of crown and badge pay)

respectively in lieu thereof.

Add at end of Sub-Regulation (3) of Regulation 29 “Advanced class and Signal Boys may retain their badges.”

Add at end of Sub-Regulation (4) of Regulation 29 “Acting Instructor Boys may be rated at the Captain’s discretion in the event of there being no suitable boys who have completed their courses.”

Cancel under No. 9 of Regulation 31 (1) “(not to exceed, one week)” and substitute(not to exceed two weeks)” in lieu thereof.

Cancel in Regulation 31 (1) from “Scale for leave breaking” to the end of Sub-Regulation.

Cancel a “sum not exceeding 3d.” in Regulation 32 (1) and substitute” a sum not exceeding 1s. to be deducted from weekly pocket as directed by the Captain” in lieu thereof.

Cancel the whole of first paragraph of Regulation 37 (3) and substitute, the following:—

“Within seven days after the close of the quarter the balance of pay of each boy after allowing for payments as above, and any allotments, shall be paid into the Commonwealth Savings Bank to the credit of the boy,”

 

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Cancel in Regulation 37 (2) “Boys in debt.............................

0

6.”

and substitute:—

 

 

“Boys in debt on the ledger who have not an equivalent amount to their credit in the Commonwealth Savings Bank             

0

5.”


Add new Sub-Regulation (5) to Regulation 37 as follows:—

“(5) In special circumstances such as boys going on week end or Sunday leave, the Commanding Officer may allow boys who are in credit to draw an additional sum on account of weekly pay not exceeding 2s.”

Cancel in Regulation 39 the following—

Description of Allowance.

To whom Payable.

Rate of Special Allowance.

Instruction of Boys in Piping.............

Piping Instructor.....

1s. for each boy they qualify

Good Conduct Badges..................

Boys in Training Ships

3d. a week

Instructor Boys......................

Boys in Training Ships

1s. a week (inclusive of Crown and Badge pay)

and substitute

 

 

Description of Allowance.

To whom Payable

Rate of Special Allowance.

Instruction of Boys in Piping.............

Piping Instructor.....

2s. 6d. for each boy they qualify

Good Conduct Badges..................

Boys in Training Ships

6d. a week

Instructor Boys......................

Boys in Training Ships

1s. a week (exclusive of   Crown and Badge Pay)

Add to Regulation 39—

 

 

Description of Allowance.

To whom Payable.

Rate of Special Allowance.

Bugler Boys........................

Boys in Training Ships

2d. a week

 

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Overview

The Statutory Rules 1915 No. 186, titled "Provisional Regulations Under the Naval Defence Act 1910-12," were introduced to address the urgent need to regulate the operations of the H.M.A. Training Ship "Tingira." Enacted by the Governor-General in and over the Commonwealth of Australia, acting on advice from the Federal Executive Council, these Provisional Regulations were necessitated due to their immediate operational requirement. The objective of these regulations is to ensure efficient and orderly management of the training ship, aligning with the overarching policy objective of maintaining and enhancing naval training standards within the Commonwealth. The regulations address various aspects including the substitution of certain terms, adjustments in monetary values, and the introduction of new allowances and deductions, all aimed at improving the administrative efficiency and financial oversight of the training ship’s operations.

Scope and Application

The Provisional Regulations under the Naval Defence Act 1910-12 apply to the H.M.A. Training Ship “Tingira,” specifically governing the conduct, allowances, and conditions of service for the boys under training in the naval forces of the Commonwealth. These regulations pertain to the management of the training ship, including adjustments to financial allowances, leave entitlements, and disciplinary measures for the trainees. The application of these regulations is limited to the Commonwealth level and are designed to ensure that the operations of the training ship adhere to the standards set forth by the Naval Defence Act. Certain exclusions and adjustments within these regulations are explicitly stated, such as the alteration of financial allowances and the conditions under which materials and badges are issued and retained. These regulations may be further extended or restricted through subordinate instruments, which allow for amendments and updates as necessary to maintain the efficiency and effectiveness of the naval training program.

Key Provisions

The main operative sections of these provisional regulations concern various amendments to existing rules governing the H.M.A. Training Ship "Tingira" under the Naval Defence Act 1910-12. For instance, Regulation 6 and Regulation 7 have been entirely cancelled, and specific terms within several other regulations have been altered. Notably, Regulation 8 has been amended to replace "captains" with "cater boys," and Regulation 10 has seen modifications in financial allowances. Additionally, Regulation 12 has been updated to clarify the ownership of materials provided to boys, and Regulation 14 includes provisions for service duration before boys can be discharged. These changes are intended to streamline operations and clarify financial and administrative procedures. The Act imposes several obligations and requirements on the entities it governs. For instance, it mandates that materials issued to boys, such as clothing or shoes, are not to be considered their private property but are to be issued only as necessary (Regulation 12). It also establishes that boys must serve for a minimum of twelve months before being eligible for discharge (Regulation 14). Financial allowances and deductions are meticulously outlined, including specific rates for different allowances and the requirement to pay any remaining balance of a boy’s pay into the Commonwealth Savings Bank within a stipulated period (Regulations 37 and 39). These regulations ensure that both the administrative and financial aspects of the training ship are conducted in an orderly and transparent manner. Breach of any of these regulations can lead to various civil or criminal consequences. For example, boys who are discharged within one year and are in debt may have their kit sold to cover the debt, with any surplus paid to them (Regulation 14(4)). The regulations also specify fines for various infractions, such as unauthorized possession of materials, which could result in financial penalties. Additionally, failure to adhere to the financial guidelines, including the timely deposit of pay into the Commonwealth Savings Bank, could result in administrative penalties. While the specific penalties are not detailed in the provided text, breaches of regulations in similar contexts generally entail financial penalties or administrative sanctions. The regulations include several amendments to financial terms, such as the substitution of "5s." for "2s." in certain allowances (Regulation 10(1)(c)), and adjustments to the rates for badges and instructor boys (Regulation 29). These changes reflect a deliberate effort to update and clarify financial protocols to ensure they are fair and accurately reflect the current needs of the training ship. The adjustments to allowances and deductions are designed to provide clarity and consistency in financial management, thereby preventing misunderstandings and ensuring that the financial well-being of the boys is properly managed.

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