STATUTORY RULES
1972 No.
REGULATIONS UNDER THE PUBLIC SERVICE ACT 1922–1968.*
THE PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD, acting in pursuance and exercise of the authority conferred upon it by the Public Service Act 1922–1968, hereby makes, subject to the approval of the Governor-General, the following Regulations.
Dated this fourth day of February, 1972.
Chairman.
Commissioner.
I, THE GOVERNOR-GENERAL in and over the Commonwealth of Australia, acting with the advice of the Federal Executive Council, hereby approve the following Regulations.
Dated this sixteenth day of February, 1972.
Paul Hasluck
Governor-General.
By His Excellency’s Command,
J. D. M. D
Member of the Federal Executive Council for
and on behalf of the Prime Minister.
Amendments of the Public Service (Salaries) Regulations†
First Schedule.
1.—(1.) Part 1. of the First Schedule to the Public Service (Salaries) Regulations is amended by inserting after Group 96 the following group:—
“Group 96a
Social Worker, Class 1............................... | 4,497–4,980–5,282–5,584–5,884– 6,187–6.487–6,790 |
Social Worker, Class 2............................... | 7,152–7,490–7,755 |
Social Worker, Class 3............................... | 7,997–8,297–8,600 |
Social Worker, Class 4............................... | 8,950–9,300 |
Social Worker, Class 5............................... | 10,201–10,606 |
Director of Welfare, A.C.T............................. | 11,011–11,416”. |
* Notified in the Commonwealth Gazette on 1972.
† Statutory Rules 1971, No. 174, as amended by Statutory Rules 1971, No. 176.
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(2.) Part IV. of the First Schedule to the Public Service (Salaries) Regulations is amended by omitting Group 4 and inserting in its stead the following group:—
“Group 4
Journalist, Grade B.................................. | 6,521–6,691–6,861 |
Journalist, Grade A.................................. | 7,877–8,073–8,269 |
Journalist, Grade A1................................. | 9,234–9,611 |
Assistant Director (Immigration Publicity)................... | 10,446 |
Assistant Director of Public Relations— | |
Department of Health.............................. | 10,446 |
Assistant Director (Publicity)— | |
Department of External Territories...................... | 10,446 |
Senior Editor— | |
Department of Trade and Industry...................... | 10,446 |
Senior Liaison Officer (Publicity)— | |
Department of Trade and Industry...................... | 10,446 |
Director of Public Relations— | |
Other than Department of Defence, Department of Health or Postmaster-General’s Department | 10,446 |
Department of Health.............................. | 11,259 |
Postmaster-General’s Department...................... | 11,259 |
Department of Defence............................. | 12,071 |
Assistant Chief Migration Officer (Publicity)................. | 11,259 |
Assistant Director (Publicity Section)— | |
Department of Trade and Industry...................... | 11,259 |
Director (Information and Publicity)— | |
Department of External Territories...................... | 11,259 |
Director (Immigration Publicity)......................... | 12,071 |
Director (Trade Publicity).............................. | 12,071”. |
Third Schedule.
2. Part I, of the Third Schedule to the Public Service (Salaries) Regulations is amended by omitting Group 56 and inserting in its stead the following group:—
“Group 56
Chief Engraver................................. | 7,280–7,440–7,600”. |
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Overview
The Statutory Rules 1972 No. 0024, titled Regulations under the Public Service Act 1922–1968, was enacted to update the Public Service (Salaries) Regulations in line with changes to the public service structure and to ensure appropriate remuneration for public servants. This legislative instrument was made by the Public Service Board, acting under the authority granted by the Public Service Act 1922–1968, and was subsequently approved by the Governor-General. The amendments primarily address the need to adjust salaries for various positions, including new classifications such as social workers and journalists, to reflect their roles and responsibilities within the public service. The policy objective behind these regulations is to maintain fair and competitive compensation that aligns with the evolving demands of public service roles.
The Public Service Board's actions in enacting these regulations were aimed at ensuring that public service salaries remain equitable and reflective of the market conditions and the nature of the work performed. By updating the salary groups, the regulations address any gaps in remuneration that could affect the recruitment and retention of skilled public servants. The legislative process involved the approval of the Governor-General, highlighting the importance and formal recognition of these amendments within the public service framework.
Scope and Application
The Statutory Rules 1972 No. 0024 under the Public Service Act 1922–1968, issued by the Public Service Board, pertains to amendments of the Public Service (Salaries) Regulations. These regulations apply to public service employees, specifically those within designated salary groups, and are intended to regulate their salaries and employment terms within the Commonwealth of Australia. The amendments outlined in this statutory instrument primarily affect public servants, particularly those in specialised roles such as social workers, journalists, and public relations officers. The changes include updates to salary scales for various classifications and positions across different departments, reflecting adjustments to remuneration for specific roles. The regulations cover the entire Commonwealth, ensuring uniform standards and conditions for public service employees nationwide. This legislative instrument extends the application of the Public Service Act through the specified amendments to the salary regulations, thereby indirectly affecting the employment conditions of public servants.
Key Provisions
The main operative sections of these regulations involve amendments to the First and Third Schedules of the Public Service (Salaries) Regulations. The First Schedule, which lists salary groups, is amended to add new salary bands for Social Workers (Group 96a) and Journalists (Group 4) and to update the existing salary bands for Chief Engravers (Group 56). These amendments reflect changes in job classifications and the associated salary scales to ensure that the remuneration for public servants remains fair and competitive. Specifically, section 1(1) introduces new salary bands for Social Workers, while section 1(2) revises the salary bands for Journalists. Section 2 amends the salary bands for Chief Engravers.
The regulations impose obligations on public servants and the Public Service Board to ensure that the updated salary scales are implemented correctly and consistently across the public service. Public servants are required to adhere to the new salary classifications, and the Public Service Board must ensure that these amendments are reflected in payroll systems and other relevant documentation. The amendments also require the Public Service Board to review and update salary scales periodically to keep them in line with market conditions and job requirements.
There are no explicit offences, penalties, or civil/criminal consequences mentioned in these regulations for non-compliance with the salary provisions. However, failure to adhere to the updated salary scales could lead to administrative issues, such as payroll errors or disputes over remuneration. The Public Service Board would likely address such issues through internal review processes rather than through formal penalties. It is important for all parties involved to ensure that the new salary scales are implemented correctly to avoid any potential issues.