What this instrument is
The Repatriation Medical Authority has registered a new Statement of Principles concerning adrenal insufficiency (Balance of Probabilities) (No. 59 of 2026) under the Military Rehabilitation and Compensation Act 2004. The instrument is recorded on the Federal Register of Legislation.
What it does
The Statement of Principles sets out the medical and service-related factors that must exist for a veteran or defence member to make a compensation claim for adrenal insufficiency under the balance of probabilities standard. The Veterans' Review Board and the Administrative Appeals Tribunal use this instrument when assessing compensation claims.
Effective date
The instrument is effective 8 September 2026.
Key actions
- If this condition becomes relevant to a workers compensation or rehabilitation claim involving current or former defence personnel, the full instrument is available at https://www.legislation.gov.au/F2026L01172 and contains the specific service-relationship factors that apply.
- Compensation eligibility questions under this instrument are directed to the Department of Veterans' Affairs.
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