STATUTORY RULES
1946. No. 100.
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REGULATIONS UNDER THE AUSTRALIAN SOLDIERS’ REPATRIATION ACT 1920-1945.*
I, THE GOVERNOR-GENERAL in and over the Commonwealth of Australia, acting with the advice of the Federal Executive Council, hereby make the following Regulations under the Australia Soldiers’ Repatriation Act 1920-1945.
Dated this twelfth day of June, 1946.
HENRY
Governor-General.
By His Royal Highness’s Command,
C. W. FROST
Minister of State for Repatriation.
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Amendments of the Repatriation (Staff) Regulations.†
Standard salaries of officers of the Fourth Division and conditions of advancement in certain Fourth Division offices.
1. Regulation 19 of the Repatriation (Staff) Regulations is amended by omitting the word “Machinist” (twice occurring) and inserting in its stead the words “Accounting Machinist”.
2. Regulation 26 of the Repatriation (Staff) Regulations is amended by omitting from the proviso to sub-regulation (3.) the word “Dispenser” and inserting in its stead the word “Pharmacist”.
Vacancies, Definitions.
3. Regulation 80 of the Repatriation (Staff) Regulations is amended by inserting in the definition of “salary”, after the words “has performed”, the words “, or, but for his absence on authorized leave, would have performed,”.
Uniform allowances.
4. Regulation 100 of the Repatriation (Staff) Regulations is amended—
(a) by inserting after the words and figure— |
“Cooks Assistant............................. | 6” |
the word and figures— | |
“Dietitian.................................. | 10”; and |
(b) by omitting the words “Household Worker” and inserting in their stead the words “Hospital Assistant”. |
5. After regulation 104 of the Repatriation (Staff) Regulations the following regulation is inserted in Part VIII.:—
Medicate treatment of staff resident at institutions.
“104a. An officer or a temporary employee who resides at a medical institution controlled by the Commission and who is granted leave of
* Notified in the Commonwealth Gazette on 13th June, 1946.
† Statutory Rules 1941, No. 250, as amended by Statutory Rules 1942, No. 462; 1944, No. 11, and 1946, No. 16.
2973.—Price 3d.
absence on account of illness not caused by his misconduct may receive medical treatment and care at departmental expense under such conditions as are from time to time determined by the Commission.
Third Schedule.
6. The Third Schedule to the Repatriation (Staff) Regulations is amended—
(a) by inserting after the words and figures— |
“Principal Medical Officer .............. | 1,262 | 1,412 | 50” |
the words and figures— |
“Deputy Principal Medical Officer ......... | 1,162 | 1,312 | 50” |
(b) by inserting after the words and figures— |
“Assistant Senior Medical Officer— |
New South Wales.................... | 962 | 1,062 | 50 |
Victoria........................... | 962 | 1,062 | 50” |
the words and figures— |
“Queensland........................ | 912 | 1,062 | 50 |
Western Australia.................... | 912 | 1,062 | 50” |
(c) by inserting after the words and figures— |
“Repatriation General Hospital, Queensland... | 912 | 1,062 | 50” |
the words and figures— |
“Repatriation General Hospital, Tasmania.... | 912 | 1,062 | 50”; and |
(d) by adding at the end thereof the following words and figures:— |
“Medical Officer (Pathologist)............ | 1,000 | 1,200 | 50 |
Medical Officer (Radiologist)............ | 1,000 | 1,200 | 50”. |
Fourth Schedule.
7. The Fourth Schedule to the Repatriation (Staff) Regulations is amended by omitting from Table C the word “Dispenser” (wherever occurring) and insetting in its stead the word “Pharmacist”.
Fifth Schedule.
8. The Fifth Schedule to the Repatriation (Staff) Regulations is amended—
(a) by inserting after the words and figures— |
“Research Officer, Artificial Limb Factory, Victoria ...... | 366 | 390 | 12” |
the words and figures— |
“Research Officer (Assistant), Artificial Limb Factory, Victoria | 342 | 396 | 12”, |
(b) by inserting after the words and figures— |
“Cooks’ Assistant ............................ | 140 | 152 | 6” |
the word and figures— |
“Dietitian.................................. | 350 | 374 | 12”; |
(c) by omitting the words “Household Worker” and inserting in their stead the words “Hospital Assistant”; and |
(d) by omitting the word “Machinist” (second, third and fourth occurring) and inserting in its stead the words “Machinist, Accounting”. |
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By Authority: L. F. Johnston, Commonwealth Government Printer, Canberra.
Overview
The Statutory Rules 1946 No. 100, Regulations under the Australian Soldiers' Repatriation Act 1920-1945, were enacted to refine and update the operational standards and administrative frameworks for staff within the Repatriation Department. This legislation was introduced by the Governor-General in Council, reflecting the Federal Executive Council’s advice, with the aim of addressing the evolving needs of the department in managing the post-war repatriation of Australian soldiers. The primary objective was to ensure that the staff regulations were aligned with the changing roles and responsibilities within the department, facilitating better operational efficiency and support for the affected personnel. The amendments included updates to staff titles, salary scales, and definitions to better reflect the current operational requirements and to provide clarity in the administration of staff benefits and allowances.
Scope and Application
The Repatriation (Staff) Regulations under the Australian Soldiers’ Repatriation Act 1920-1945 apply to staff members employed by the Repatriation Commission, including officers and temporary employees who reside at medical institutions controlled by the Commission. These regulations cover various aspects such as standard salaries, conditions of employment, and allowances for staff members. The amendments outlined in these regulations specifically address changes to titles, salary structures, and allowances for certain positions within the Repatriation Commission. The regulations extend to the Commonwealth of Australia, governing the terms and conditions for staff employed by the Commission across different states and territories. However, the regulations do not explicitly outline any exclusions or exemptions; they primarily focus on the amendments and adjustments to existing provisions. The application of these regulations can be further refined or extended through additional subordinate instruments as deemed necessary by the Commission.
Key Provisions
The main operative sections of the Regulations under the Australian Soldiers’ Repatriation Act 1920-1945 include amendments to the Repatriation (Staff) Regulations, which are detailed in Regulations 1 to 8. These regulations primarily focus on updating job titles, modifying salary structures, and adjusting allowances for various staff positions within the Department of Repatriation. For instance, Regulation 1 amends the title of an officer from "Machinist" to "Accounting Machinist," while Regulation 2 changes the title from "Dispenser" to "Pharmacist." Regulation 3 modifies the definition of "salary" to include staff who are absent on authorised leave, and Regulation 4 adjusts uniform allowances by adding new positions such as "Dietitian" and replacing others like "Household Worker" with "Hospital Assistant." Regulation 5 introduces a new provision allowing officers or temporary employees residing at medical institutions to receive medical treatment at departmental expense when granted leave due to illness not caused by misconduct.
These regulations impose several obligations and requirements on the Department of Repatriation. Firstly, they mandate the updating of job titles to accurately reflect the roles and responsibilities of staff members. This includes changing titles such as "Dispenser" to "Pharmacist" and "Machinist" to "Accounting Machinist." Secondly, the regulations require the Department to adjust salary scales for certain positions, ensuring that compensation is reflective of the duties performed, even when staff are on authorised leave. Thirdly, the regulations necessitate the revision of uniform allowances to include new roles like "Dietitian" and "Hospital Assistant" while removing outdated positions such as "Household Worker." Additionally, they require the provision of medical treatment for staff who are granted leave due to illness not caused by misconduct, ensuring that employees receive necessary care while on leave.
The Regulations under the Australian Soldiers’ Repatriation Act 1920-1945 do not explicitly outline specific offences, penalties, or consequences for breach within the provided text. However, non-compliance with statutory regulations could potentially lead to administrative penalties or legal action under the overarching Act. It is essential for the Department of Repatriation to adhere to these regulations to avoid any legal repercussions and to ensure the efficient and fair administration of benefits and allowances to staff members.