STATUTORY RULES 1964, No. 91.(g)
Rate of travelling allowance in Australia.
1. Regulation 201 of the Naval Financial Regulations is amended by omitting the table in sub-regulation (1.) and inserting in its stead the following table:—
Rank or Rating and Pay Seniority (if any). | Rate per day. |
First twenty-one days' residence in a Capital City. | First twenty-one days' residence in a place other than a Capital City. |
| £ | s. | d. | £ | s. | d. |
Commodore or higher rank..................... | 6 | 15 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
Captain.................................. | 4 | 18 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 0 |
Commander, Commander (S.D.) or relative rank....... | 4 | 12 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 0 |
Lieutenant-Commander....................... | 4 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 0 |
Lieutenant-Commander (S.D.) or relative rank– | | | | | | |
with not less than eight years' pay seniority....... | 4 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 0 |
with less than eight years' pay seniority.......... | 4 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Lieutenant................................ | 4 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Lieutenant (S.D.) or relative rank or lower rank....... | 4 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 14 | 0 |
Chief Petty Officer or lower rating................ | 4 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 14 | 0 |
(g) Made under the Naval Defence Act 1910–1952 on 17 July, 1964; notified in the Commonwealth Gazette on 20 July, 1964.
Application.
2. The rates of travelling allowance specified in the table in sub-regulation (1.) of regulation 201 of the Naval Financial Regulations, as amended by the last preceding regulation, in relation to officers of the rank of Commodore or a higher rank, apply to travelling allowance paid or payable in accordance with that first-mentioned sub-regulation—
(a) in the case of travelling allowance for residence in a capital city—in respect of the nineteenth day of March, 1964, or any subsequent day; and
(b) in the case of travelling allowance for residence in a place other than a capital city—in respect of the ninth day of April, 1964, or any subsequent day.
Overview
Statutory Rules 1964, No. 91, pertains to amendments in the Naval Financial Regulations, specifically addressing the rates of travelling allowance for naval officers. Enacted on 17 July 1964 under the authority of the Naval Defence Act 1910–1952, this legislative instrument was introduced to update the allowances for officers residing in various locations, ensuring they are commensurate with contemporary standards. The objective is to provide fair compensation for officers based on their rank and the location of their residence, effective from specified dates in March and April 1964. This amendment reflects a policy aimed at maintaining the financial support necessary for officers' travel and accommodation needs in both capital cities and other areas.
The regulation outlines new rates for daily travelling allowances, differentiated by rank and location, which are intended to replace the previous table in sub-regulation (1) of regulation 201 of the Naval Financial Regulations. The updated rates cater specifically to officers of Commodore rank and higher, with adjustments for both capital city and non-capital city residences, ensuring a structured and equitable approach to the financial support provided to naval personnel. This legislative update was notified in the Commonwealth Gazette on 20 July 1964, ensuring transparency and adherence to legislative processes.
Scope and Application
The Statutory Rules 1964, No. 91, amends the Naval Financial Regulations to revise the rates of travelling allowance for officers in the Australian Naval Defence Force. Specifically, the regulation updates the daily allowance rates for officers based on their rank and the location of their residence, distinguishing between capital cities and other locations. The changes are applicable to travelling allowances paid or payable from certain dates, namely the nineteenth day of March, 1964, for capital cities and the ninth day of April, 1964, for other locations, or any subsequent days. The amendment is made under the authority of the Naval Defence Act 1910–1952 and was notified in the Commonwealth Gazette on 20 July, 1964. The regulation applies to officers of the rank of Commodore or higher, with specific daily rates set out in the amended table.
Key Provisions
The primary operative sections of this statutory rule concern the amendment of the Naval Financial Regulations, specifically Regulation 201, which details the rates of travelling allowance for officers in the navy. The amendment (sub-regulation (1)) replaces the existing table with a new one that specifies different rates per day for officers based on their rank or pay seniority, as well as their location, either in a capital city or elsewhere (section 1). The new rates apply from certain dates: from 19 March 1964 for capital cities and from 9 April 1964 for other locations (section 2(a) and (b)).
The obligations imposed by this Act on the parties governed include adherence to the newly specified rates of travelling allowance as outlined in the amended table. This means that the naval authorities are required to calculate and disburse the travelling allowances according to the rank and location of the officers, as defined in the regulation. For example, a Commodore would receive a different allowance than a Lieutenant, and the amount would vary depending on whether they are residing in a capital city or elsewhere.
In terms of consequences for non-compliance, the statutory rule does not explicitly detail any specific offences, penalties, or civil/criminal consequences for breach. However, failure to adhere to the prescribed rates could potentially lead to administrative or disciplinary actions within the navy. The rule itself is a legislative instrument made under the authority of the Naval Defence Act 1910-1952, which means any breaches of the regulations could be subject to the broader legal frameworks and disciplinary measures provided by that Act. The maximum penalties, if applicable, would likely be determined by the internal regulations of the navy or other relevant military laws.