PROVISIONAL REGULATIONS UNDER THE DEFENCE ACT 1903-1912.
Amendment to Universal Training Regulation 7.
I, THE GOVERNOR-GENERAL in and over the Commonwealth of Australia, acting with the advice of the Federal Executive Council, hereby certify that, on account of urgency, the following Regulation under the Defence Act 1903-1912 should come into immediate operation, and make the Regulation to come into operation forthwith as a Provisional Regulation.
Dated this first day of May, One thousand nine hundred and thirteen.
DENMAN,
Governor-General.
By His Excellency's Command,
E. A. ROBERTS.
REGULATIONS (PROVISIONAL) FOR UNIVERSAL TRAINING.
Amendment.
Part II.—Registration.
Regulation 7—
For " Defence Act 1903-1910 " read " Defence Act 1903-1912."
Delete " Year of birth " and insert " Date of birth " after " Date of birth " insert " Place of birth..."
Delete " Postal address " wherever it occurs and insert " Postal address or place of abode."
Printed and Published for the Government of the Commonwealth of Australia by Albert J. Mullett, Government Printer for the State of Victoria.
C.5406.—Price 3d.
Overview
The Provisional Regulations Under the Defence Act 1903-1912, certified by the Governor-General in Council and dated the first of May, 1913, were introduced to address urgent amendments required in the Universal Training Regulations. Enacted by the Governor-General with the advice of the Federal Executive Council, these regulations aim to modify the existing registration procedures under the Defence Act 1903-1912 to ensure they align with the updated legislative framework of the Defence Act 1903-1912. The policy objective of these provisional regulations is to swiftly implement necessary changes to the registration process, enhancing the administrative efficiency and accuracy of the Universal Training scheme.
Scope and Application
The Provisional Regulations under the Defence Act 1903-1912, specifically amending Universal Training Regulation 7, apply to individuals who are subject to the universal training scheme as outlined in the Defence Act 1903-1912. This regulation affects all persons who are required to register for universal military training within the Commonwealth of Australia, encompassing both individuals and the entities responsible for their registration and administration. The geographic reach of this Act is national, applying to all states and territories within the Commonwealth. The regulation adjusts the specifics of the registration process, such as changing the terminology from "Year of birth" to "Date of birth" and altering "Postal address" to "Postal address or place of abode," thereby extending its application to include any place where an individual might reside, not just a formal postal address. Notably, this Provisional Regulation comes into immediate effect due to its urgent nature, and it is subject to further amendments or clarifications through subordinate instruments that may be issued subsequently.
Key Provisions
The Provisional Regulations under the Defence Act 1903-1912, particularly the amendment to Universal Training Regulation 7, primarily revise the registration details required for individuals participating in the universal training scheme. Specifically, Regulation 7 alters the wording in the regulations to reflect the updated "Defence Act 1903-1912" (Regulation 7). It also modifies the required information from registrants by changing the phrase "Year of birth" to "Date of birth" and further specifying "Place of birth" following the date of birth (Regulation 7). Additionally, it changes the term "Postal address" to "Postal address or place of abode" wherever it appears, thus providing more flexibility in how individuals can be contacted (Regulation 7).
These amendments impose specific obligations on individuals who are required to register under the universal training scheme. They must now provide their exact date of birth, place of birth, and either their postal address or place of abode. This information must be accurate and updated to ensure that the relevant authorities can effectively communicate with them regarding their training obligations and any related matters. The regulations also require that these details are furnished in a timely manner and as per the specified format to maintain consistency and ease of processing.
Failure to comply with these registration requirements or providing inaccurate information could result in civil or administrative penalties. While the specific penalties are not detailed in the provided text, it is common for such regulatory breaches to attract fines or other administrative actions. Additionally, there may be implications for individuals' participation in the universal training scheme, potentially leading to their exclusion from the program if they fail to meet the registration requirements. These consequences underscore the importance of adhering to the updated provisions as stipulated in the Provisional Regulations.