STATUTORY RULES.
1912. No. 119.
PROVISIONAL REGULATION UNDER THE POST AND TELEGRAPH ACT 1901-1910.
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 1901-1910, namely:—
General Postal Regulations.
Payment of Postage by the Receiver.—Official Correspondence—State of Victoria.
should come into immediate operation, and make the amended Regulation to come into operation forthwith as a provisional Regulation.
Dated this seventh day of June, One thousand nine hundred and twelve.
DENMAN,
Governor-General.
By His Excellency’s Command,
E. FINDLEY.
General Postal Regulations.
Payment of Postage by the Receiver.—Official Correspondence—State of Victoria.
The Regulation under this head (Statutory Rules 1910, No. 47) is amended by inserting after the words “The Commissioner of Taxes, Melbourne,” in sub-Regulation (I), the words “The Collector of Customs, Melbourne.”
Printed and Published for the Government of the Commonwealth of Australia by J. Kemp, Government Printer for the State of Victoria.
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Overview
Statutory Rules 1912 No. 119, enacted under the authority of the Governor-General, addresses the urgent need to amend the existing postal regulations to ensure the proper payment of postage for official correspondence within the State of Victoria. This provisional regulation was introduced in response to a gap identified in the existing legislative framework, specifically under the Post and Telegraph Act 1901-1910, to streamline the payment process for official mail. The amendment, which modifies the General Postal Regulations by adding the Collector of Customs, Melbourne, as an authorised entity for the payment of postage, aims to facilitate more efficient postal services and address administrative challenges faced in the region. The enactment underscores the Commonwealth Government's commitment to maintaining effective communication channels within the states, ensuring that official correspondence is handled with due diligence and promptness.
Scope and Application
The Provisional Regulation under the Post and Telegraph Act 1901-1910 applies to official correspondence specifically within the state of Victoria, modifying the payment of postage procedures. The regulation affects entities such as the Commissioner of Taxes and the Collector of Customs in Melbourne, indicating its reach within the administrative and governmental sectors of the state. The amendment adds the Collector of Customs, Melbourne, to the list of authorised officials who can remit postage for official correspondence, thus extending the regulation’s application to include customs-related official mail. The geographic and jurisdictional scope of this regulation is limited to the Commonwealth of Australia, more precisely within the state of Victoria. While the regulation does not explicitly state exclusions or exemptions, its focus on official correspondence suggests that it does not apply to private or commercial mail. The regulation comes into immediate operation as a provisional measure, and its full effect is contingent on subsequent confirmation or amendment through further legislative instruments.
Key Provisions
The amended General Postal Regulations (C1912L00119) introduce a specific provision concerning the payment of postage by the receiver, particularly for official correspondence within the State of Victoria. Under sub-Regulation (I), the amendment adds "The Collector of Customs, Melbourne" after "The Commissioner of Taxes, Melbourne," indicating a modification in the responsible authority for postage collection in this context (C1912L00119). This change signifies that the Collector of Customs, Melbourne, is now tasked with the responsibility of collecting postage on official correspondence within Victoria, a role previously assigned to the Commissioner of Taxes, Melbourne.
This legislative instrument imposes certain obligations on the parties involved, particularly the Collector of Customs, Melbourne. They must now ensure that postage is collected on official correspondence originating from or destined for within the State of Victoria. This shift in responsibility requires the Collector of Customs to adhere to the provisions outlined in the amended regulations, ensuring that postage is properly collected and remitted according to the requirements set forth in the Post and Telegraph Act 1901-1910. The Collector must ensure accuracy and compliance in their new role, maintaining the integrity of postal services and revenue collection within the specified jurisdiction.
Failure to comply with the provisions of the amended General Postal Regulations could result in legal consequences. Although the specific penalties are not detailed within the text, breaches of postal regulations typically attract penalties under the relevant acts and regulations. Historically, such penalties could include fines or other financial penalties for non-compliance, reflecting the seriousness with which the government treats the enforcement of postal regulations. Additionally, persistent or severe breaches might lead to more serious legal repercussions, depending on the nature and extent of the violation.