Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2019L00718:clause:1_6
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:F2019L00718
Segment Type: clause
Provision Reference: sch 1 cl 6
Character Range: 5499–7492

6    Section 15.3.34 (Close relative attends to death overseas)
     Omit the section, substitute:

15.3.34    Close relative travel for matters following a death overseas
1.   This section applies in the event of the death of any of the following.
     a.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             A member on long-term posting overseas.
     b.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             A spouse or partner accompanying a member on long-term posting overseas.
2.   A close relative is eligible for the cost of travel from their home to attend the funeral or to make necessary arrangements following a death of the member or the member's spouse or partner if the CDF is satisfied it is reasonable in the circumstances.
     Note: To avoid doubt, only one close relative may be eligible for travel benefits under this section.
3.   The cost of travel in subsection 2 is the lesser of the following.
     a.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             The allowable travel cost for the travel from the close relative's home to the location of the funeral and return.
     b.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             The actual fares paid for the travel.