STATUTORY RULES.
1906. No. 25.
PROVISIONAL REGULATION 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 regulation under the Post and Telegraph Act 1901, namely:—
Money Orders,
should come into immediate operation, and make the amended Regulation to come into operation forthwith as a Provisional Regulation.
Dated this eighth day of March, One thousand nine hundred and six.
NORTHCOTE,
Governor-General.
By His Excellency’s Command,
ALFRED DEAKIN.
Money Orders.
Regulation 4 under the above head of the Postal Regulations under the Post and Telegraph Act 1901 is repealed, and the following substituted in lieu thereof:—
4. The rates of commission chargeable for the issue of Money Orders shall be:—
| For Sums— |
If Payable in— | | Exceeding £2, but not Exceeding £5. | Exceeding £5, but not Exceeding £7. | Exceeding £7, but not Exceeding £10. | Exceeding £10, but not Exceeding £12 | Exceeding £12, but not Exceeding £15. | Exceeding £15, but not Exceeding £17. | Exceeding £17, but not Exceeding £20. |
| s. | d. | s | d. | s. | d. | s. | d. | s. | d. | s | d. | s. | d. | s. | d. |
The State of Issue ......... | 0 | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
Other Australian States...... | 0 | 6 | 0 | 9 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 6 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
New Zealand and Fiji....... | 0 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 4 | 0 |
United Kingdom, other British Possessions, and Foreign Countries | | 6d. for each pound or fraction of a pound. |
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By Authority: Robt. S. Brain, Government Printer, Melbourne.
C.3676.—Price 3d.
Overview
The Provisional Regulation under the Post and Telegraph Act 1901, enacted in 1906, was introduced to address the need for updated regulations regarding the rates of commission for the issue of Money Orders. This legislative instrument was made by the Governor-General in Council, under the authority of the Federal Parliament, to ensure the smooth operation of postal services and to provide clarity on the financial charges associated with money orders. The policy objective was to establish clear and definitive commission rates for various sums and destinations, enhancing transparency and efficiency in the financial services provided by the postal system.
Scope and Application
The Provisional Regulation under the Post and Telegraph Act 1901, particularly concerning Money Orders, applies to the Commonwealth of Australia as a whole, aiming to establish and regulate the commission rates for the issuance of money orders within and across various regions. This legislation applies to the entities involved in the postal service and their customers who use money orders for transactions. The regulation specifies different rates for money orders payable within Australia and for those payable internationally, including New Zealand, Fiji, the United Kingdom, other British possessions, and foreign countries. The regulation also details varying rates based on the amount of the money order, ranging from sums not exceeding £2 to sums exceeding £15, with distinct charges for local and international transactions. The stated exclusions or exemptions are not explicitly mentioned in the provided text, and the regulation is issued with immediate effect due to its urgency. The scope and application of this regulation are further extendable or modifiable through subordinate instruments as necessary.
Key Provisions
The key provision of this legislation, Regulation 4 under the "Post and Telegraph Act 1901," pertains to the rates of commission chargeable for the issue of Money Orders (s.1). This regulation replaces the previous rates with a new set of charges depending on the sum and the location where the order is payable. The rates vary from 06d for sums not exceeding £2 payable in the state of issue, to 6d for each pound or fraction of a pound for orders payable in the United Kingdom, other British Possessions, and Foreign Countries.
These regulations impose specific obligations on postal service providers and financial institutions involved in the issuance of Money Orders. They are required to adhere to the new rates set forth in the regulation when processing Money Orders, ensuring that the correct commission is charged according to the sum and destination. The regulation also specifies different rates for different locations, which means that the issuing entity must correctly identify where the order is payable to apply the appropriate charge.
Failure to comply with the specified rates may result in civil or administrative consequences. While the regulation does not explicitly state penalties for non-compliance, breaches of postal regulations typically incur fines or other sanctions under the broader framework of the Post and Telegraph Act 1901. The exact penalties would depend on the severity of the breach and the discretion of the relevant authorities.
The regulation also implies that any entity failing to comply with these new rates might face scrutiny or enforcement actions. The specified rates are intended to ensure fairness and efficiency in the processing of Money Orders across different jurisdictions, so any deviation could be seen as undermining the integrity of the postal service. Therefore, adherence to these rates is crucial for maintaining compliance and avoiding potential legal repercussions.
In summary, Regulation 4 sets out the new commission rates for Money Orders, imposing specific obligations on entities involved in their issuance. Non-compliance with these rates could result in administrative or civil penalties, highlighting the importance of adhering to the specified charges to avoid any adverse consequences.