4Definition of basic salary

4 Definition of basic salary

4 Definition of basic salary

(1) For the purposes of this Act, the basic salary is as follows—

(a) until the Tribunal otherwise determines, the amount of the annual allowance by way of salary payable under the law of the Commonwealth to a member of the House of Representatives who is not entitled to any additional salary, less $500,

(b) the amount determined by the Tribunal from time to time in accordance with this section.

(2) The Tribunal may make a determination fixing the amount of the basic salary. Determinations are to be made at such times as the Tribunal thinks fit or the Minister directs.

(3) In making a determination, the Tribunal must have regard to—

(a) the fiscal position and outlook of the Government, and

(b) the likely effect of the making of the determination on the position and outlook.

(4) (Repealed)

s 4: Subst 2011 No 25, Sch 1 [1]. Am 2025 No 8, Sch 1.7.