STATUTORY RULES.
1909. No. 41.
PROVISIONAL REGULATIONS UNDER THE POST AND
TELEGRAPH ACT 1901.
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 undermentioned amended Regulations under the Post and Telegraph Act 1901, namely :-
GENERAL REGULATIONS.
Holiday Arrangements.
PARCELS POST.
Directions as to Posting.
POSTAL NOTES.
should come into immediate operation, and make the amended Regula-
tions to come into operation forthwith as Provisional Regulations. .
Dated this twenty-third day of April, One thousand nine hundred
and nine.
DUDLEY,
Governor-General.
By His Excellency's Command,
JOSIAH THOMAS.
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.
Printed and Published for the GOVERNMENT of the COMMONWEALTH of AUSTRALIA by J. KEMP, Government Printer for the State of Victoria.
C.5468.—PRICE 3D.
Overview
The Provisional Regulations under the Post and Telegraph Act 1901, enacted in 1909, were introduced to address immediate operational needs within the postal and telegraph services. This legislative instrument was certified by the Governor-General, acting on the advice of the Federal Executive Council, due to the urgency of the matter. The primary objective of these regulations was to streamline and update various aspects of postal operations, including adjustments to holiday arrangements, directions for parcel posting, and modifications to postal notes, thereby ensuring the efficient functioning of postal services in the early years of the Commonwealth of Australia. The regulations were intended to come into immediate effect, reflecting the need for prompt administrative changes to accommodate the evolving demands of the postal service.
Scope and Application
The Provisional Regulations under the Post and Telegraph Act 1901 apply to the administration and operation of postal services within the Commonwealth of Australia, specifically addressing holiday arrangements, parcel posting, and postal notes. These regulations are applicable to both individuals and entities involved in the postal services industry, ensuring consistent operational standards and practices across the sector. The geographic reach of these regulations is limited to the Commonwealth, encompassing all states and territories within Australia. The regulations set forth specific operational hours for postal services and amend previous rules to incorporate New Zealand into the parcel posting directives, thereby extending the scope of service delivery. There are no stated exclusions or exemptions within these regulations, and they come into immediate effect as provisional measures, subject to future amendments or confirmations through subordinate instruments.
The Provisional Regulations modify existing rules to refine the operational logistics of postal services, particularly by adjusting the opening hours of Money Order Offices and the inclusion of New Zealand in the parcel posting arrangements. These amendments ensure that the regulations remain current and effective in addressing the evolving needs of the postal industry. While these regulations are designed to be comprehensive, they may be further extended or restricted through subordinate instruments, allowing for adjustments as necessary to accommodate changes in postal service requirements or operational conditions.
Key Provisions
The Provisional Regulations under the Post and Telegraph Act 1901 contain several key amendments that primarily focus on holiday arrangements, parcel posting, and postal notes. Section 1 of the General Regulations (Statutory Rules 1906, No. 98) modifies the opening time of the Money Order Office from 9:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. This change is made in the second column opposite the line which reads "The Money Order Office to be open." Similarly, Section 2 under Parcels Post (Statutory Rules 1908, No. 117) is amended to include New Zealand in the list of destinations, thereby expanding the scope of the regulation to cover parcel posting to New Zealand as well as Cape Colony. Lastly, Section 3 under Postal Notes (Gazette, 5th June, 1902, page 255) adjusts the commencement time from 9:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. for postal note services.
These amendments impose certain obligations on the postal service providers and users. For instance, the postal service providers must ensure that the Money Order Office opens at the new time of 9 a.m., and they must be prepared to handle transactions accordingly. Similarly, when dealing with parcel posting, providers must now account for parcels bound for New Zealand in addition to Cape Colony. Furthermore, postal note services must be made available starting at 9 a.m. rather than 9:30 a.m. These changes require postal service providers to adjust their operational schedules and ensure compliance with the new times.
Failure to comply with these provisions may result in administrative penalties or other consequences. While the specific penalties are not detailed within the regulations, breaches of such statutory rules can generally lead to enforcement actions by relevant authorities. This may include fines, corrective orders, or other administrative actions to ensure compliance with the stipulated provisions. It is important for postal service providers to adhere strictly to these amended regulations to avoid any legal repercussions.