VPRS 12290 Journal of Expenditure : Evacuation of Children

Full description

The outbreak of World War II provided the impetus for the establishment of the National Security (Emergency Powers) Act 1939, which established provisions with respect to public safety in the event of hostile attack within Victoria. In particular, Regulations as to the Evacuation of Children were established in accordance with the Act which made provisions for the evacuation of children should such an attack occur.

The regulations required facilities for the transfer, accommodation, maintenance, and care of children during an evacuation. The funds were appropriated by the Treasurer, and the Treasurer was required to authorise all spending on such facilities.

This series consists of a journal of revenue and expenditure relating to the administration of Evacuation of Children. It provides the following details:

Date of transaction
To whom paid
Treasury Voucher no.
Amount paid

Details in this series are summarised in VPRS 11332 Detail Ledgers of Expenditure (Consolidated Revenue Fund) and VPRS 11329 Detail Ledgers of Revenue.