Statutory Rules
1974 No. 163
REGULATIONS UNDER THE TRADE COMMISSIONERS ACT 1933-1973.*
I, THE GOVERNOR-GENERAL of Australia, acting with the advice of the Executive Council, hereby make the following Regulations under the Trade Commissioners Act 1933-1973.
Dated this fifth day of September, 1974.
JOHN R. KERR
Governor-General.
By His Excellency’s Command,
J. F. CAIRNS
Minister of State for Overseas Trade.
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Amendments of the Trade Commissioners Regulations†
Travelling allowance in Australia.
1. Regulation 6 of the Trade Commissioners Regulations is amended—
(a) by omitting from paragraph (a) of sub-regulation (1) the words “Nineteen dollars sixty-five cents” and substituting the figures “$22.50”; and
(b) by omitting from paragraph (b) of sub-regulation (1) the words “Twenty-eight dollars” and substituting the figures “$31.50”.
Application.
2. The rates specified in regulation 6 of the Trade Commissioners Regulations as amended by these Regulations apply in relation to travelling allowance paid or payable to a Commissioner in respect of travel on 30 May 1974, or any subsequent day.
* Notified in the Australian Government Gazette on 17 September 1974.
† Statutory Rules 1958, No. 52, as amended by Statutory Rules 1958, No. 74; 1959, No. 92; 1960, No. 45; 1961, Nos. 37 and 38; 1962, Nos. 13 and 80; 1964. No. 116; 1966, No. 19; 1967, No. 55; 1969, No. 89; 1971, No. 36; 1973, Nos. 52, 85 and 136; and 1974, Nos. 118, 132 and 133.
Overview
The Trade Commissioners Regulations 1974 were enacted by the Governor-General of Australia, acting with the advice of the Executive Council, under the authority granted by the Trade Commissioners Act 1933-1973. This legislative instrument was introduced to address the need for updating the travelling allowance rates for Trade Commissioners, ensuring that they are reflective of current economic conditions and travel costs. These Regulations amend the previous Trade Commissioners Regulations to adjust the specified rates of travel allowance payable to Trade Commissioners for travel within Australia, effective from 30 May 1974 onwards. The policy objective is to provide fair and updated remuneration to Trade Commissioners for their travel expenses, thereby supporting their effective performance in representing Australian trade interests abroad.
Scope and Application
The Trade Commissioners Regulations, made under the Trade Commissioners Act 1933-1973, provide detailed specifications for the allowances payable to trade commissioners within Australia. These regulations apply to trade commissioners, who are individuals appointed to promote Australian trade and investment, and govern the allowances that these commissioners are entitled to claim for their travel expenses. The specified rates in these regulations apply to travel expenses incurred on or after 30 May 1974, impacting the compensation for travel costs as outlined in regulation 6. The regulations are a Commonwealth instrument and thus apply nationally, ensuring uniformity in the allowances provided across all states and territories within Australia. The regulations do not detail any exclusions or exemptions but focus on updating the financial allowances to reflect current economic conditions, demonstrating the flexibility and responsiveness of the legislative framework to economic changes.
Key Provisions
The Statutory Rules 1974 No. 163 amends the Trade Commissioners Regulations under the Trade Commissioners Act 1933-1973. Regulation 6 is specifically amended to adjust the travelling allowance figures for Commissioners. The amendment replaces the existing rates with new figures: $22.50 in lieu of $19.65 and $31.50 instead of $28.00. These new rates apply to travelling allowances paid or payable to a Commissioner for travel occurring on or after 30 May 1974.
These regulations impose specific financial obligations on the Australian government concerning the travelling allowances for Trade Commissioners. The amendments ensure that the allowances are updated to reflect changes in costs, thereby maintaining the effectiveness and fairness of the compensation provided to Trade Commissioners for their travel expenses. The regulations clearly outline the new rates, which must be applied to any travel undertaken by Commissioners from the effective date of the amendment.
Failure to comply with the provisions of these regulations could result in legal consequences. Although the specific penalties are not detailed in the text provided, under the Trade Commissioners Act, non-compliance could potentially lead to civil or criminal actions. Penalties could include fines or other legal actions, depending on the severity and intent behind the non-compliance. The exact penalties would be determined in accordance with the broader legal framework provided by the Trade Commissioners Act and other relevant legislation.