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This table sets out the dates of increase in Third Schedule statutory rates, and the applicable maximum amount, since the commencement of coverage of Defence Force personnel by the Commonwealth Employees' Compensation Act 1930 from 3 January 1949.
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Date of Rate Increase |
Maximum Rate – S12(1) |
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3 January 1949 |
$2,500 |
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14 December 1951 |
$3,500 |
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1 January 1954 |
$4,700 |
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4 December 1959 |
$6,000 |
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20 November 1964 |
$8,600 |
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9 November 1967 |
$10,000 |
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24 June 1970 |
$12,000 |
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25 May 1971 |
$13,500* |
* Higher rates for certain multiple injuries including $18,900 for loss of both hands, $17,550 for loss of hand and foot and $16,200 for loss of both feet.