Statutory Rules
1975 No. 155
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 eighth day of August, 1975.
JOHN R. KERR
Governor-General
By His Excellency’s Command,
FRANK CREAN
Minister of State for Overseas Trade.
Amendment of the Trade Commissioners Regulation†
Salaries.
1. Regulation 5a of the Trade Commissioners Regulations is amended by omitting the table in sub-regulation (1) and substituting the following table:—
Designation | Annual salary or range of annual salary |
| $ |
Trade Commissioner (Special Grade) ....................... | 24,615 |
Trade Commissioner, Grade A............................ | 22,616 |
Trade Commissioner, Grade B............................ | 20,616 |
Trade Commissioner, Grade C.............................. | 16,949-17,523 |
Assistant Trade Commissioner, Grade 1...................... | 14,653-15,224 |
Assistant Trade Commissioner, Grade 2...................... | 11,008-11,393-11,777 |
Assistant Trade Commissioner, Grade 3...................... | 9,858-10,143-10,431-10,718 |
Commencement.
2. The amendment effected by regulation 1 shall be deemed to have come into operation on 15 May 1975.
Notified in the Australian Government Gazette on 12 August 1975.
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. 43 and 80; 1964, No. 116; 1966, No. 19; 1967, No. 55; 1969, No. 89; 1971 No. 36; 1973, Nos. 52, 85 and 136; 1974, Nos. 118, 132, 133, 163, 194 and 209; and 1975, Nos. 25, 76, and 104.
Overview
Statutory Rules 1975 No. 155 amends the Trade Commissioners Regulation to update the salary scales for various designations of Trade Commissioners and Assistant Trade Commissioners. Enacted by the Governor-General of Australia, acting on the advice of the Executive Council, these regulations were introduced to address the need for updated remuneration structures within the Trade Commissioner service. The regulations aim to align the salaries of trade commissioners with market rates, ensuring the competitive and fair compensation of individuals responsible for promoting Australian trade and commerce overseas. These regulations were made under the authority of the Trade Commissioners Act 1933-1973, with the overarching policy objective of supporting and enhancing Australia’s trade relations by providing adequate incentives to the trade commissioner workforce.
Scope and Application
The Statutory Rules 1975 No. 155, made under the Trade Commissioners Act 1933-1973, specifically amend the Trade Commissioners Regulations concerning salaries of trade commissioners. These regulations apply to individuals employed in various grades within the trade commissioner service, which operates at both federal and international levels to promote Australian trade and investment. The salaries set out in these regulations apply to trade commissioners, assistant trade commissioners, and other relevant personnel engaged in trade-related activities, whether in Australia or abroad. The geographic reach of these regulations is essentially nationwide, given the federal nature of the Trade Commissioners service, which is designed to support Australian businesses and interests globally. The regulations themselves do not specify any exclusions or exemptions, but it is understood that they apply to all relevant personnel unless otherwise defined in subordinate instruments or specific legislation. This regulation serves to update and formalise the remuneration framework for these officials, ensuring alignment with current pay standards and practices.
Key Provisions
The primary focus of these regulations is the amendment of the Trade Commissioners Regulations (C1975L00155) under the Trade Commissioners Act 1933-1973. Regulation 1 updates the table in Regulation 5a, specifying the annual salaries for various Trade Commissioner positions. These positions include Trade Commissioner (Special Grade) with an annual salary of $24,615, Trade Commissioner, Grade A at $22,616, Grade B at $20,616, and Grade C in the range of $16,949 to $17,523. The salaries for Assistant Trade Commissioners are also detailed, with Grade 1 ranging from $14,653 to $15,224, Grade 2 from $11,008 to $11,777, and Grade 3 from $9,858 to $10,718. The amendments outlined in Regulation 1 are deemed to have come into operation on 15 May 1975, as per Regulation 2.
These regulations impose clear financial obligations on the Trade Commissioner positions, establishing specific annual salaries for each grade and position. This includes setting the remuneration for Trade Commissioners and Assistant Trade Commissioners, ensuring that each position has a defined salary range or fixed amount. By providing these financial guidelines, the regulations ensure that Trade Commissioners are compensated in accordance with their designated roles and responsibilities. These salary provisions are critical for maintaining the financial structure and operational integrity of the Trade Commissioner service.
For breach of these regulations, there are no specific offences, penalties, or civil/criminal consequences detailed within the text. The primary function of these regulations is to amend salary provisions rather than to enforce penalties for non-compliance. However, it is implied that adherence to the stipulated salaries is mandatory, and failure to comply with these financial guidelines could potentially lead to administrative or employment consequences. The text does not provide specific penalties, but it is understood that non-compliance could result in disciplinary actions as per the general employment terms of Trade Commissioners.