(1) Subsection (2) applies if the Treasurer considers there is—
(a) a
surplus in 1 or more of the headings of a department for a financial year; and
(b) a deficiency in 1 or more other headings of the department.
(2) The
Treasurer may allocate an amount to the heading or headings that are deficient
from the heading or headings in surplus.
(3) As soon as practicable after the
Treasurer allocates the amount, the Treasurer must give notice to the
accountable officer of the department about the surplus, deficiency and
allocation of the amount.
(4) Subsection (2) does not authorise the Treasurer
to pay more than the department’s vote for the financial year.
