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TAX ALERT: PACMATE Annex 3.A, item 118. |
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This Division describes removal and storage entitlements of a member who ceases to be a member with dependants for any reason. Note: For removal and storage entitlements of a non-Service spouse or non-Service interdependent partner when their relationship with a member breaks down, see Division 10. |
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TAX ALERT: PACMATE Annex 3.A, item 119. |
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When a member ceases to be a member with dependants, they may choose in writing one of these removal options. |
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a. |
Removal to a location in |
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b. |
Removal to the nearest store at Commonwealth expense. Removal from the store will be to where they nominate they will live after ceasing continuous full-time service. Removal will be at the member's request. |
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Deferment of the option under paragraph a. until their next posting. |
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Deferment of the option under paragraph a. until they leave. This is if their current posting is the final posting before they leave. |
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If the member does not choose an option from subclause 1 above and continues to provide a residence, they are entitled to a removal on the next posting. |
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A member may cease to be a member with dependants because their dependants have died. They are entitled to storage or continued storage at Commonwealth expense for up to three months. The CDF may extend this period if satisfied it is reasonable. The CDF must consider both of these factors. |
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The length of time needed to dispose of the dependants’ effects. |
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The extent to which Service requirements prevent the member from dealing with the effects. |
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A member may cease to be a member with dependants for reasons other than the death of their dependants. This table describes the storage conditions that apply at Commonwealth expense. |
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If the member was… |
then their storage entitlement is… |
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occupying an unfurnished residence with their dependants |
no entitlement. |
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a. occupying a furnished residence with their dependants, and b. has furniture and effects in store at Commonwealth expense in another location |
continued storage for another three months. |
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not accompanied by dependants |
three months’ storage for items: a. already in store at Commonwealth expense, and b. removed into store at Commonwealth expense at a location other than the posting location. |
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Persons who can make the decision under subclause 6.6.64.3 on behalf of the CDF: Contract Manager Relocation Services Assistant Director Operations Director Relocations and Housing |