STATUTORY RULES.
1909. No. 87.
REGULATIONS UNDER THE POST AND TELEGRAPH ACT 1901.
(Issued provisionally as Statutory Rules 1909, No. 41.)
I, THE GOVERNOR-GENERAL in and over the Commonwealth of Australia, acting with the advice of the Federal Executive Council, hereby make the undermentioned amended Regulations under the Post and Telegraph Act 1901, namely:—
General Regulations.
Holiday Arrangements.
Parcels Post.
Directions as to Posting.
Postal Notes.
to come into operation on the 31st day of July, 1909.
Dated this tenth day of July, One thousand nine hundred and nine.
DUDLEY,
Governor-General.
By His Excellency’s Command,
JOHN QUICK.
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General Regulations.
Holiday Arrangements.
The regulation under this head (Statutory Rules 1906, No. 98) is amended by substituting “9 a.m.” for “9.30 a.m.” in the 2nd column opposite the line in the 1st column which reads “The Money Order Office to be open.”
Parcels Post.
Directions as to Posting.
Regulation 2 under this head (Statutory Rules 1908, No. 117) is amended by adding “and New Zealand” after the words “Cape Colony,” where those words appear in clause (b).
Postal Notes.
Regulation 1 under this head (Gazette, 5th June, 1902, page 255) is amended by substituting “9 a.m.” for “9.30 a.m.” in the first paragraph.
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Overview
The Statutory Rules 1909, No. 87, issued under the Post and Telegraph Act 1901, represents a legislative instrument designed to amend existing regulations concerning postal services. Enacted by the Governor-General, acting on the advice of the Federal Executive Council, these regulations were introduced to address certain administrative and operational adjustments within the postal system. The objective of these amendments is to streamline and clarify certain aspects of postal services, such as holiday arrangements and the posting of parcels, particularly in relation to New Zealand. By making these adjustments, the legislation aims to enhance the efficiency and accessibility of postal services across the Commonwealth of Australia.
Scope and Application
The amended Regulations under the Post and Telegraph Act 1901, as detailed in Statutory Rules 1909, No. 87, pertain to the Commonwealth of Australia, applying to all individuals and entities engaged in postal services within its jurisdiction. The changes include modifications to the opening hours of the Money Order Office, altering the start time from 9.30 a.m. to 9 a.m., and adjustments to the geographical scope of the Parcels Post, now including New Zealand alongside Cape Colony. These Regulations affect anyone utilising postal services, including personal correspondence, money orders, and parcel delivery, both domestically and internationally as extended to New Zealand. The amendments are set to come into effect on 31st July, 1909, and are applicable throughout the Commonwealth, reinforcing the statutory framework governing postal operations. While the primary focus is on procedural adjustments, these Regulations ensure streamlined and updated postal service provisions within the stipulated geographical and operational scope.
Key Provisions
The amended Regulations under the Post and Telegraph Act 1901, as detailed in Statutory Rules 1909, No. 87, introduce several changes to the existing framework. One of the key provisions pertains to the opening hours of the Money Order Office (Regulation 1 under General Regulations). Specifically, the time has been adjusted from 9.30 a.m. to 9 a.m., reflecting a shift in the commencement of operations (Statutory Rules 1906, No. 98). Additionally, under the Parcels Post category, Regulation 2 has been modified to include New Zealand in the list of countries, alongside Cape Colony, thereby expanding the scope of international parcel delivery services (Statutory Rules 1908, No. 117). Furthermore, Regulation 1 under Postal Notes now mirrors the aforementioned change, setting the operational commencement time at 9 a.m. instead of 9.30 a.m. (Gazette, 5th June, 1902, page 255).
These Regulations impose specific obligations on the postal service providers and their operations. The amendment concerning the opening hours of the Money Order Office requires adherence to the new 9 a.m. commencement time, ensuring that services are available promptly to the public. Similarly, the inclusion of New Zealand in the Parcels Post regulations necessitates adjustments in logistics and operational protocols to facilitate international deliveries. The updated Postal Notes regulation further impacts internal postal operations, necessitating an adjustment to the service schedule. Compliance with these amended provisions is critical for the smooth functioning of postal services.
Failure to comply with the amended Regulations could result in several consequences. While the legislation does not explicitly detail penalties for non-compliance, breaches of the operational hours or service provisions may lead to administrative penalties or service disruptions. The precise nature of penalties is not specified in the Regulations; however, they could encompass fines, service interruptions, or other corrective measures. It is imperative for postal service providers to adhere strictly to these amended provisions to avoid any adverse repercussions.