Defence Act 1903
The Defence Act 1903 (Cth) is an Act of the Parliament of the Commonwealth of Australia, that acquired royal assent on 22 October 1903. It was created to allow for the naval and military defence of Australia. The Act was amended and expanded over time, to legislate for in 1909 then repeal conscription, to incorporate the Naval Defence Act 1910 and the Air Force Act 1923, and today governs how the Australian Defence Force operates.
| Defence Act 1903 | |
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| Parliament of Australia | |
Long title
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| Citation | No. 20 of 1903 as amended or No. 20 of 1903 |
| Territorial extent | States and territories of Australia |
| Royal assent | 22 October 1903 |
| Commenced | 1 March 1904 |
| Status: In force | |
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