Stevedoring Industry (Temporary Provisions) Regulations (Amendment)

Overview

The Statutory Rules 1973 No. 30, made under the Stevedoring Industry (Temporary Provisions) Act 1967-1972, were enacted to amend the existing regulations pertaining to the stevedoring industry. This legislative instrument was introduced to address the need for adjustments to certain allowances within the industry, specifically targeting the travelling allowance for the Director. The enacting body was the Federal Executive Council, with the Governor-General, Paul Hasluck, acting on their advice. The policy objective behind these amendments was to ensure that the allowances kept pace with inflation and other economic factors, thereby maintaining the operational efficiency and fairness within the industry. The changes were intended to apply retroactively from 24 January 1972, ensuring that any travel undertaken by the Director on or after this date would be compensated at the revised rate.

Scope and Application

The Stevedoring Industry (Temporary Provisions) Regulations 1973, as amended, apply to the stevedoring industry within the Commonwealth of Australia, affecting the terms and conditions under which stevedores and their employees operate. These regulations, made under the authority of the Stevedoring Industry (Temporary Provisions) Act 1967-1972, primarily focus on the adjustment of allowances, such as the travelling allowance for the Director, which is increased from twenty-one dollars to twenty-five dollars. This adjustment is intended to reflect changes in economic conditions or costs associated with the stevedoring industry. The regulations apply to all persons and entities involved in stevedoring operations across Australia, ensuring that the new allowance rate is uniformly applied regardless of the specific location or nature of the stevedoring activities. The regulations do not specify exclusions or exemptions beyond the scope of the stevedoring industry, and their application extends to all relevant conduct and transactions within the industry. Subordinate instruments may further extend or restrict the application of these regulations, providing additional specific provisions as necessary.

Key Provisions

The main operative sections of these Regulations are Regulation 28b, which pertains to the travelling allowance for the Director. According to Regulation 1, the amount specified in sub-regulation (1.) of Regulation 28b is amended from Twenty-one dollars to Twenty-five dollars. Regulation 2 states that this new rate applies to travel by the Director on or after the twenty-fourth day of January, 1972. These Regulations provide clarity and update the allowance rate for the Director's travel expenses, ensuring they are aligned with current standards. These Regulations impose obligations on the Director to ensure that any travel expenses incurred on or after 24 January 1972 are calculated at the updated rate of Twenty-five dollars per day. This requirement is intended to provide a fair and consistent allowance for travel expenses, reflecting the cost of living adjustments and ensuring the Director can adequately perform their duties without financial strain. Under these Regulations, there are no explicit offences, penalties, or civil/criminal consequences outlined for breaches of the updated allowance rate. However, it is implicit that failure to adhere to the updated rate for travel expenses could result in financial discrepancies and potential disputes over reimbursement claims. While the Regulations do not specify penalties, any discrepancies or non-compliance could be subject to internal review or audit processes within the relevant governing body.