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Hodié a.d. XI Kal. Dec. ‡ M. Cotta C. Petronio cos. ‡ MMDCCLXXVII a.u.c. est. "F"

	Provincia Australia Nova Roma
	D. Aurelius Ingeniarius Propraetor Nova Roma Regional President (Oceania Chapter) PROVINCIA AUSTRALIA PRAETORIUM EVENTS CITIZENS HISTORY PROVINCIAL FORUM

Province Administration

Here you find the officers of the province. You can contact the province administration staff through email to the: council.

Executive Provincial Staff

• Propraetor - D. Aurelius Ingeniarius (Governor)

Appointed Provincial Council

• Consiliarius, Legati Propraetore Australiae, senior advisor and language consultant, - Cn. Salvius Astur

• Liaison to Allied Reenactment Unit, Legionis X Fretensis and Praefectus Cohortis, Cohort II - Legio X Fretensis - C. Sempronius Scepsis Agricola (in accordance with Memorandum of Understanding v3.0, signed Feb ‡ MMDCCLXXIV a.u.c.)

Tabularium

The Consilium Provinciae may access the Provincial File Repository. Access can be requested through the link or via requests to the praetorium. Access to citizen records is restricted in accordance with article V and article VII of the Lex Galeria de privatis rebus as well as local Australian and New Zealand privacy principles.

Provincial Strategy

The provincial strategy is the ongoing plan set forth by the governor to advance the province and grow Nova Roma in the region, meeting the objectives of the declaration and constitution. This public document serves as an insight into the driving factors and activities the provincial leadership team are managing to further develop Nova Roma in our region.

• Provincia Australia Strategy 2780, version 1.0

Provincial Reporting

The following is the available public reports on the status of the province. Provincial reports are to present a status overview of the province to the senate on the previous 12 month period, delivered by the Kalends of February each year in accordance with the Senatus consultum de relationibus praesidum provinciarum. The report must include evaluation criteria in accordance with Senatus consultum de provinciis ordinandis.

M. Cotta C. Petronio cos. ‡ MMDCCLXXVII a.u.c.

Scheduled for release in Jan 2778. Advanced copies can be obtained by contacting the Consilium provinciae

C. Cethego Q. Arrio (IV) cos. ‡ MMDCCLXXVI a.u.c.

• ANNUAL PROVINCIAL STATUS REPORT OF PROVINCIA AUSTRALIA - 2776 (See Part 2)

Sex. Lucilio (II) A. Tullia (II) cos. ‡ MMDCCLXXV a.u.c.

• ANNUAL PROVINCIAL STATUS REPORT OF PROVINCIA AUSTRALIA - 2775 (See Part 1)

Q. Arrio (III) A. Tullia cos. ‡ MMDCCLXXIV a.u.c.

• ANNUAL PROVINCIAL STATUS REPORT OF PROVINCIA AUSTRALIA - 2774
• SUPPLEMENTARY PROVINCIAL STATUS REPORT OF PROVINCIA AUSTRALIA - 2774

Q. Arrio (II) T. Domitio (III) cos. ‡ MMDCCLXXIII a.u.c.

• ANNUAL PROVINCIAL STATUS REPORT OF PROVINCIA AUSTRALIA - 2773

Q. Arrio P. Annaeo cos. ‡ MMDCCLXXII a.u.c.

• PROVINCIAL STATUS REPORT OF PROVINCIA AUSTRALIA - 2772

Australia Nova Romana Association

Australia Nova Romana (ANR) is the name given to the association in Australia that represents the Nova Roma Oceania chapter and subsidiary in the region. It is presently an unincorporated association by Australian legal definition.

To meet our obligations under the Australasian Living History Federation (ALHF) and to satisfy the local state law requirements for a not-for-profit (planned), ANR now maintains official association rules. These rules are designed to only be the basic bare-minimum framework required under local law, simply describing how we already do business as Nova Roma provincially, adapted to the legislation of Nova Roma and paying credence to the authority of the Nova Roma senate.

• ANR Association Official Rules, Feb 2022

To learn more about how we locally handle personal data, please see the ANR privacy policy.

Australasian Living History Federation

ANR now provides public liability insurance to citizens resident in Australia. The Australasian Living History Federation (ALHF) recognizes ANR as an association within Australia. Unfortunately, citizens resident in the New Zealand cannot yet benefit from this membership. For a small fee (approximately $25 AUD) induvial citizens may become members of ALHF through ANR and be permitted to conduct public activities with liability coverage and be authorized under Australian law to carry authentic Roman weapons and artifacts, such as a gladius, hasta-tipped vexilla, fasces etc. Citizens can also be authorized to conduct public displays and religious sacrifices utilizing fires or fire sources.

Citizens can apply for membership with ALHF at any time by contacting the provincial praetorium.

• ANR Authenticity Rules

Request for Event or Activity

Citizens can now plan with, and have their public events endorsed by, ANR (the governor and his staff) to have their event covered by ALHF supplied insurances. Citizens should lodge the following application to the praetorium to host an event:

• Provincia Australia - Request for Event or Activity Approval (Word version is available, contact the praetorium)

Citizens and Nova Roma municipalities in Provincia Australia should use this application if hosting an event or activity:

a. in public, for the public or on public property;

b. that uses any form of weapon (real or perceived);

c. that will use any fire or open flame;

d. that uses any vehicle, plant or motorised implement;

e. that includes any actions considered risky or dangerous;

f. when 10 or more members are planned to attend;

g. where there is doubt about the safety of attending members;

h. where the organisers deem liability coverage is necessary.

Municipality Documentation & Reporting

Formal documentation and registration of municipalities are managed in accordance with Edictum 73.05 - Edictum provinciale de albis vicorum municipiorumque. Access to legal documentation and legislation of formal local communities in the province can be found on the Australia Nova Romana provincial website or by contacting the praetorium.

Online Research and Resource Repository

The praetorium manages a small collection of online, freely available public ebooks and articles on various Roman subjects. Access is exclusive to provincial citizens and can be granted upon request by contacting the praetorium.

If you have books, essays, articles and various other digital media that you would like to share with our library, please get in touch. We’d love to collectively grow a collection for all.

The Cohors Praetoria

The following is an overview of the list of positions considered available by the current governor. Note that positions are only officially established once an incumbent is appointed. Appointments are made under the authority of the Governor, in accordance with V.C.2 of the lex Cornelia Domitia de re publica constituenda.

All applicants interested in a provincial role must engage with the listed contact for the particular position of interest. Correspondence concerning a position should include the following information:

• Full Nova Roma citizen name.
• Nova Roma Citizen ID.
• Nova Roma citizenship application date.
• Nova Roma Album Civium entry web link.
• Best way to contact you.
• Why you are interested in the position.
• The city and postcode of where you live.

All applicants must be registered as a citizen for at least 6 months and ideally be considered a permanent resident (although not mandatory) within Provincia Australia (Australia and New Zealand). Each applicant will be required to participate in an online personal interview with the governor or their representative.

Information on Census Points awarded for provincial public service details may be found in section III.A.7.d. Service points For Promagistrates and Provincial Offices and III.A.7.e. Service Points For Municipal Offices within Lex Arria de censu civium aestimando. Citizens may hold more than one provincial position, but get points for the highest one only.

For information on municipal appointments and magistrates, see the lex Fabia de oppidis et municipiis and municiplaities guidance page.

The governor's consilium provinciae is an advisory body, traditionally made up of senior provincial staff. It is considered honorary and a position of influence in Provincia Australia to have a seat in this inner circle.

Senatus consultum de praesidibus provinciarum enables the governor to appoint up to two legates, a right normally only reserved for the senate.

Provincial Law

This section contains the edicts currently in force in Provincia Australia.

Governors are empowered to pass edicta under article V.C. of the Lex Cornelia Domitia de re publica constituenda.

Edictum 77.01 - Edictum proprætorium de societate cum legione II Augusta Australiana

• This edict is currently IN FORCE.
• See the original message posted to the Forum Romanum (#101246).

Edict about the partnership with the Legio II Augusta Australia

I. In my capacity as propraetor Australiae, bestowed upon me by the senate under senatus consultum ultimum de rectoribus provinciarum, prorogued for the current term under the senatus consultum de prorogatione et de relatione praesidum provinciarum, with the authority granted to me under the lex Cornelia Domitia de re publica constituenda, I may proclaim those edicta (edicts) necessary to engage in those tasks which advance the mission and function of Nova Roma.

II. It is with distinct pleasure that i have the opportunity to declare a new partnership with legio II Augusta of the National Military Reenactors Group (NMRG). Pursuit to the memorandum of understanding, signed Non. Sept. M. Cotta c. Petronio cos. ‡ MMDCCLXXVII a.u.c., legio II of the Australian Capital Territory is hereby recognised as an allied military reenactment unit of the exercitus populi Novi Romani quiritium, in accordance with the lex Aurelia de legionibus. Operating autonomously under their own constitution, legio II, and I, as governor of the encompassing Nova Roman province, accept the rights, privileges and obligations of an allied military reenactment unit, as so stipulated in the respective articles of the lex.

III. I admire the professionalism and dedication of this legion, here in the Australian Capital Territory. This unit has some of the most experienced reenactors and latinists regionally. As the local representative of Nova Roma, I look forward to our joint partnership going forwards and sharing in the living-history and revivalism of ancient Rome.

IV. The authority for such appointment and decree emanates from the lex Aurelia de legionibus and will remain in effect until either party retracts the memorandum signed by all parties which outlines the specific application of this lex.

Datum ante diem XIII Kal. Oct. M. Cotta c. Petronio cos. Anno XXVII a.N.R.c. (2777 a.u.c - 2024 CE)

D. Aurelius Ingeniarius
Propraetor Australiae

Edictum 76.03 - Edictum VI de mutatione cohortis provincialis

• This edict is currently IN FORCE.
• See the original message posted to the Forum Romanum (#100303).

Edict 4 for the change of the Cohors Praetoria

I. In my capacity as Propraetor Australiae, bestowed upon me by the Senate under Senatus consultum ultimum de rectoribus provinciarum, with the authority granted to me under the lex Cornelia Domitia de re publica constituenda, I may proclaim those edicta (edicts) necessary to engage in those tasks which advance the mission and function of Nova Roma.

II. With the closing days of 2776 a.u.c upon us, all apparitores (public servants) of my provincial praetorium should be reviewed for performance in accordance with XII.A. of the Lex Vedia apparitoria.

II.A. Ti. Serius Hilarus Margensis, scriba, is awarded ADEQUATE. Ti. Serius is also being dismissed from the office, with my sincere thanks for his service.

II.B. C. Geminia Cicurina, scriba, is awarded ADEQUATE. C. Geminia is also being dismissed from the office, with my sincere thanks for her long service.

II.C. N. Aurelius Ingeniarius, provincial lictor, is awarded ADEQUATE. His services will be retained.

II.D. Q. Octavius Gurges, provincial lictor, is awarded ADEQUATE. His services will be retained.

III. I also take this time to farewell from the office, with honors, C. Sempronius Scepsis Agricola, who is stepping away from the proquaestor role to focus on the tenth legion Fretensis. He has given considerable time and effort into this role and his presence in this role will be sorely missed.

IV. Other appointments not mentioned are not apparitores and are not assessed under the Lex Vedia apparitoria. Datum ante diem a.d. III Kal. Ian. C. Cethego Q. Arrio (IV) coss. anno XXVI a.N.R.c. (2776 a.u.c - 2023 CE)

D. Aurelius Ingeniarius
Propraetor Australiae

Edictum 76.02 - Edictum Proprætorium de societate cum Legione XII Fulminata Australiana

• This edict is currently IN FORCE.
• See the original message posted to the Forum Romanum (#99472).

Edict about the partnership with the Legio XII Fulminata Australia

I. In my capacity as Propraetor Australiae, bestowed upon me by the Senate under Senatus consultum ultimum de rectoribus provinciarum, with the authority granted to me under the lex Cornelia Domitia de re publica constituenda, I may proclaim those edicta (edicts) necessary to engage in those tasks which advance the mission and function of Nova Roma.

II. In accordance with version I of a Memorandum of Understanding, signed a.d. X Kal. Mai. C. Cornelio Q. Arrio (IV) coss. MMDCCLXXVI a.u.c., Legio XII Fulminata is now hereby an Allied Reenactment Unit of the Exercitus Populi Novi Romani Quiritium.

III. I admire the professionalism and dedication of this legion, here in the state of South Australia. As the local representative of Nova Roma, I look forward to our joint partnership going forwards and sharing in the revivalism of ancient Rome.

III. The authority for such appointment and decree emanates from the Lex Aurelia De Legionibus and will remain in effect until either party retracts the Memorandum signed by all parties which outlines the specific application of this lex.

Datum ante diem VIII Kal. Mai. C. Cornelio Q. Arrio (IV) coss. anno XXVI a.N.R.c. (2776 a.u.c - 2023)

D. Aurelius Ingeniarius
Propraetor Australiae

Edictum 76.01 - Edictum III de mutatione cohortis provincialis

• This edict is currently IN FORCE.
• See the original message posted to the Forum Romanum (#99471).

Edict 3 for the change of the Cohors Praetoria

I. In my capacity as Propraetor Australiae, bestowed upon me by the Senate under Senatus consultum ultimum de rectoribus provinciarum, with the authority granted to me under the lex Cornelia Domitia de re publica constituenda, I may proclaim those edicta (edicts) necessary to engage in those tasks which advance the mission and function of Nova Roma.

II. Quintus Octavius Gurges is hereby appointed as "Lictor" to the governor of the province. This appointment is the second of six permitted, a 4th rank provincial official, with the title "Lictor propraetore Australiae" or appropriate equivilants.

III. This edict and the respective appointed position referred hereinto, remain in effect until rescinded or superseded.

Datum ante diem VIII Kal. Mai. C. Cornelio Q. Arrio (IV) coss. anno XXVI a.N.R.c. (2776 a.u.c - 2023 CE)

D. Aurelius Ingeniarius
Propraetor Australiae

Edictum 75.02 - Edictum de Primo Præmio Annuo

• This edict is currently IN FORCE.
• See the original message posted to the Forum Romanum (#98767).

Edict for the First Annual Awards

I. In my capacity as Praetor Australianus, bestowed upon me by the Senate under senatus consultum ultimum de rectoribus provinciarum, with the authority granted to me under the lex Cornelia Domitia de re publica constituenda, I may proclaim those edicta (edicts) necessary to engage in those tasks which advance the mission and function of Nova Roma.

II. On this occasion of the Ludi Plebeii and in accordance with the Edictum de Præmiis Proprætoriis pro Consecutionibus, I have the distinct privilege of announcing recipients for this year’s provincial awards for Provincia Australia.

III. Awarded the Civis Provincialis Hujus Anni (Provincial Citizen of the Year), it is my pleasure to congratulate Gaius Sempronius Scepsis Agricola. Provincially, he is responsible for the implementation and upkeep of the recognition by the Australasian Living History Federation (ALHF), providing an additional local coverage for citizens. He has also worked tirelessly in the local region in generating valuable community spirit and character, hosting activities for the growing number of citizens in the Melbourne region. He is a valuable part of the provincial team and I sincerely thank him for his loyalty, dedication, righteous feedback and display of Roman values.

IV. Awarded the Præmium Provinciale pro Excellentia Academica (Provincial Academic Excellence Award), I am most pleased to congratulate Tullia Sentia Silvana. She was able to bring her academic prowess in archaeology to bear and share her knowledge through a distinctly informative presentation on ‘Magical Gems and Jewellery From Bronze Age Greece to the Roman Empire’. Complete with an excellent presentation style, she was also more than willing to answer questions and converse with citizens to increase their knowledge in another aspect of ancient Rome. Tullia Sentia has also participated in other provincial activities and competitions previously and stands as a valued long-time citizen of the region.

V. I congratulate and thank the recipients this year for their contributions and participation. It is these forms of dedication and activity that make Nova Roma. I encourage all Provincia Australia citizens to consider nominations in the new year for outstanding Roman spirit and contributions in accordance with the Edictum de Præmiis Proprætoriis pro Consecutionibus.

Datum ludis Plebeii a.d. XVII Kal. Dec. ‡ Sex. Lucilio (II) A. Tullia (II) cos. ‡ MMDCCLXXV a.u.c.

D. Aurelius Ingeniarius
Praetor Australianus

Edictum 75.01 - Edictum de Præmiis Proprætoriis pro Consecutionibus

• This edict is currently IN FORCE.
• See the original message posted to the Forum Romanum (#98501).

Edict for the Governor’s Annual Provincial Achievement Awards

I. In my capacity as Praetor Australianus, bestowed upon me by the Senate under senatus consultum ultimum de rectoribus provinciarum, with the authority granted to me under the lex Cornelia Domitia de re publica constituenda, I may proclaim those edicta (edicts) necessary to engage in those tasks which advance the mission and function of Nova Roma.

II. Under the framework of the lex Arria de censu civium aestimando, I hereby establish the following set of annual provincial awards. These declarations of recognition are to honour those provincial and appointed citizens who further the development and growth of Nova Roma in Provincia Australia and embody the Romanitas and Mos Maiorum locally within any given year. These awards are being established now to provide citizens a clear goal to work towards opportunities and present themselves for future recognition.

III. Not all awards need to be filled and a citizen cannot receive more than two awards in the series in any given year. Subject to the oversight of the ‘Census Point Jury Panel of Quaestors’, the following annual awards are to be announced in the fourth quarter each year during the Ludi Plebeii (Plebeian Games) or Saturnalia, via governor edict. These awards are considered an ‘Award for Nova Roma achievement’ as permissible to be granted by governors under III.F.3 of the lex Arria de censu civium aestimando. Provincial citizens can be recognised for any of the following awards:

A. Civis Provincialis Hujus Anni (Provincial Citizen of the Year) – The premier award of the year, citizens are nominated by a vote of the Consilium Provinciae. This prestigious recognition is to acknowledge the superior dedication of any one citizen who fosters community among other local citizens and makes extraordinary contributions to grow Nova Roma in the region. The nominee should demonstrate valued Roman leadership qualities and be considered a role-model in the province.

B. Præmium pro Excelso Vicomagistro (Outstanding Local Community Magistrate Award) – Through direct nominations from a recognised local municipality to the Consilium Provinciae, or as otherwise determined by the Consilium Provinciae, one or both local elected magistrates are eligible to receive the award. This award is to recognise outstanding efforts of a magister vici or duumvir in building rapport, community and generating interest in the Romanitas in their community. It is to acknowledge extraordinary effort and dedication to the role and recognise their outstanding demonstration of Roman virtues.

C. Præmium pro Longo Servitio in Prætorio (Praetorium Long Service Award) – To honour the long-term dedication of any one citizen who actively and effectively fulfills an appointed office in the Praetorium or serves consistently in various local community magistracies. A citizen has to have served, at least, 5 years consecutively in one or more provincial roles to be eligible. A citizen can only receive this award once in a given 5-year period.

D. Præmium Provinciale pro Excellentia Academica (Provincial Academic Excellence Award) – Judged by the Consilium Provinciae, citizens can submit Roman and classical themed works produced over the year. Entries for consideration can be original works produced for the purpose of the award, or have been previously submitted in the course of other studies. Submissions can include, essays, compiled research, books, articles, papers, or even presentations. Entries are judged based on originality, use of sources, quality of argument, presentation style and grammar.

E. Commendatio Propraetoria pro Artibus (Governor’s Commendation in Creative Arts) – Judged by the Consilium Provinciae, citizens can submit Roman and classical themed works produced over the year. Entries for consideration can be original works produced for the purpose of the award, or have been previously submitted in the course of other events, projects or competitions. Entries are judged based on originality, inspiration of work, complexity, use of resources and historical accuracy (where relevant).

F. Præmium pro Servitio Militari Distincto (Military Distinguished Service Award) – Awarded to a legionnaire or military officer of a recognised Nova Roma military unit or group. A candidate for this award must have contributed to the growth of Nova Roma and demonstrated a commitment and prowess in military activities run by or in conjunction with Nova Roma. They should demonstrate outstanding leadership and have proved themselves in distinguished service in pursuit of the objectives of the Republic.

IV. On the last day of the year there is a final presentation. The Præmium Propraetorium pro Servitio Meritorio (Governor’s Meritorious Service Award) – awarded by the governor to an appointed member of staff in the Praetorium. This award is considered an ‘Award for excellent service in the year’ in accordance with III.F.2 of the lex Arria de censu civium aestimando. This is bestowed to honour the meritorious efforts and quality work by a member of staff who has made personal sacrifices, achieved significant outcomes, or delivered a large project (or multiple projects) for the province.

Datum ludis Apollinaribus a.d. XII Kal. Sex. ‡ Sex. Lucilio (II) A. Tullia (II) cos. ‡ MMDCCLXXV a.u.c.

D. Aurelius Ingeniarius

Praetor Australianus

Edictum 74.04 - Edictum II de mutatione cohortis provincialis

• This edict is currently IN FORCE.
• See the original message posted to the Forum Romanum (#97682).

Edict 2 for the change of the Cohors Praetoria

I. In my capacity as Legatus Pro Praetore Australiae, bestowed upon me by the Senate under Senatus consultum ultimum de rectoribus provinciarum, with the authority granted to me under Lex Vedia Provincialis, I may proclaim those edicta (edicts) necessary to engage in those tasks which advance the mission and function of Nova Roma.

II. With the Comitia Populi elections of 2774 a.u.c. concluded, I hereby confirm the ongoing appointment of C. Sempronius Scepsis Agricola, now as Proquaestor, as per my edict 74.02 - Edictum de Creatione Quæstoris Provincialis.

III. P. Calvisius Devanus is hereby removed from the role as Scriba, 4th rank provincial official. He is still eligible to receive a pro rata amount of census points in the order of 25 percent, or closest rounded amount as eligible under law. I thank him for his service and welcome his contributions again in the future.

IV. Ti. Serius Hilarus Margensis is hereby appointed to the role of Scriba, 4th rank provincial official. No oath of office is required.

V. Edictum 74.03 - Edictum I de mutatione cohortis provincialis, is now considered superseded for those elements that have been altered by this edict.

VI. This edict and the respective appointed positions referred hereinto, remain in effect until rescinded or superseded.

Date: a.d. VII Id. Dec. Q. Arrio (III) A. Tullia cos. 7 December under Q. Arrius' 3rd and A. Tullias' 1st consulship.

D. Aurelius Ingeniarius

Legatus Pro Praetore Australiae

Edictum 74.03 - Edictum I de mutatione cohortis provincialis

• This edict is currently IN FORCE.
• See the original message posted to the Forum Romanum (#96756).

Edict 1 for the change of the Cohors Praetoria

I. In my capacity as Legatus Pro Praetore Australiae bestowed upon me by the Senate under Senatus consultum ultimum de rectoribus provinciarum, with the authority granted to me under Lex Vedia Provincialis, I may proclaim those edicta (edicts) necessary to engage in those tasks which advance the mission and function of Nova Roma.

II. The following citizen of Provincia Australia is formally appointed to the Cohors Praetoria and to the Consilium Provinciae: P. Calvisius Devanus is hereby appointed as Scriba, 4th rank provincial official, with the title Scriba legati pro praetore Australiae. With his recent promotion, C. Sempronius Scepsis Agricola is hereby removed from the appointment as Scriba.

III. The following citizen of Provincia Australia is formally appointed to the Cohors Praetoria: N. Aurelius Ingeniarius is hereby appointed as Lictor–the first of six permitted–4th rank provincial official, with the title Lictor legati pro praetore Australiae.

IV. Edictum 73.04 - Edictum de creatione cohortis provincialis, is now considered superseded for those elements that have been altered by this edict.

V. No oath of office is required. This edict and the respective positions referred hereinto, remain in effect until rescinded.

Date: a.d. VII Id. Apr. Q. Arrio (III) A. Tullia cos. 7 April under Q. Arrius' 3rd and A. Tullias' 1st consulship.

D. Aurelius Ingeniarius

Legatus Pro Praetore Australiae

Edictum 74.02 - Edictum de Creatione Quæstoris Provincialis

• This edict is currently IN FORCE.
• See the original message posted to the Forum Romanum (#96561).

Edictum 74.02 - Edict for the appointment of principal quaestor

I. In my capacity as Legatus Pro Praetore Australiae, bestowed upon me by the Senate under Senatus consultum ultimum de rectoribus provinciarum, with the authority granted to me under Lex Vedia Provincialis, I may proclaim those edicta (edicts) necessary to engage in those tasks which advance the mission and function of Nova Roma.

II. In accordance with the announcement of the supplementary elections results as at Forum Romanum post #96547 (https://groups.io/g/TheForumRomanum/message/96547), I am pleased to congratulate C. Sempronius Scepsis Agricola on his election as Quaestor. C. Sempronius has shown immense dedication and self-sacrifice to advance Provincia Australia and Nova Roma. He is deserving on the highest praise and is well suited to a higher post thanks to his past services. It is on this knowledge that I announce with confidence his promotion this day.

III. With this election, and with the trust of the people, I hereby promote C. Sempronius Scepsis Agricola to the position of ‘Quaestor Provinciae Australiae’, to be known as ‘Quaestor Legati Pro Praetore Australiae D. Aureli Ingeniari’ – Provincial Quaestor to the governor for the province of Australia.

IV. He shall posses the powers and responsibilities of a vice-governor, able to act in my name and carry out my directives, under my auspices, auctoritas and imperium.

V. This edict and the subsequent promotion takes effect immediately. No oath of office is required. I am satisfied that this does not create a conflict with his position on the committee of Ancient Roman Reenactors Victoria, rule 49(c) of the Association Rules. This edict will remain in effect until otherwise rescinded by the governor. C. Sempronius will continue to retain this position after his term in office as Quaestor, assuming the title of Proquaestor accordingly.

Date: a.d. VI Kal. Mar. Q. Arrio (III) A. Tullia cos. 24 February under Q. Arrius' 3rd and A. Tullias' 1st consulship.

D. Aurelius Ingeniarius

Legatus Pro Praetore Australiae

Edictum 74.01 - Edictum de Creationibus Cohortis II Legionis X Fretensis

• This edict is currently IN FORCE.
• See the original message posted to the Forum Romanum (#96540).

Edictum 74.01 - Edict for the creation of the 2nd Cohort of Legio X Fretensis Australia

I. In my capacity as Legatus Pro Praetore Australiae, bestowed upon me by the Senate under Senatus consultum ultimum de rectoribus provinciarum, with the authority granted to me under Lex Vedia Provincialis, I may proclaim those edicta (edicts) necessary to engage in those tasks which advance the mission and function of Nova Roma.

II. In accordance with version III of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), signed a.d. X Kal. Mar. Q. Arrio (III) A. Tullia cos. ‡ MMDCCLXXIV a.u.c. between Nova Roma (NR) and Ancient Roman Reenactors Victoria (ARRV), I hereby raise, as an official act of levy, the second (2nd) Cohort with Legio X Fretensis to be a Nova Roma Autonomous Military Reenactment Unit.

III. The 2nd Cohort shall be a sub unit of the existing Nova Roma Allied Military Reenactment Unit Legio X Fretensis Australiana and will also be administered by ARRV. The extant edictum 73.02 - Edictum Proprætorium de societate cum Legione X Fretensi Australiana remains in force, now documented by the newest version III of the MoU. All existing Nova Roma citizens within Legio X Fretensis will now be assigned to the new 2nd Cohort for operations, as determined by the Legio X Field Officers.

IV. I hereby appoint Nova Roma citizen C. Sempronius Scepsis Agricola as Praefectus Cohortis, commander of the 2nd Cohort with Legio X Fretensis, as so recommended to me by ARRV.

V. The authority for such an appointment and decree derives from the Lex Aurelia De Legionibus. This edict will remain in effect until either party retracts the MoU signed by all parties which outlines the specific application of this lex.

Date: a.d. IX Kal. Mar. Q. Arrio (III) A. Tullia cos. 21 February under Q. Arrius' 3rd and A. Tullias' 1st consulship.

D. Aurelius Ingeniarius

Legatus Pro Praetore Australiae

Edictum 73.06 - Edictum de Fundatione Canalis Australici “Twitch” Vulgare Vocati

• This edict is currently IN FORCE.
• See the original message posted to the Forum Romanum (#95845).

Edict for the foundation of the Australian Twitch channel

I. In my capacity as Legatus Pro Praetore Australiae bestowed upon me by the Senate under Senatus consultum ultimum de rectoribus provinciarum, with the authority granted to me under Lex Vedia Provincialis, I may proclaim those edicta (edicts) necessary to engage in those tasks which advance the mission and function of Nova Roma.

II. I hereby formalise and sanction the “Australia Nova Romana” Twitch channel (http://www.twitch.tv/austnovaroma). This channel will be a broadcast channel dedicated to all things Roman for, and within, Provincia Australia. To be managed through the Consilium Provinciae, all provincial and global Nova Roma citizens are invited to not only watch the live streams, but to host their own Roman related segment through this channel on Roman topic(s) of their choosing.

III. “Twitch” is a video live streaming service operated by Twitch Interactive, a subsidiary of Amazon.com, Inc. Introduced in June 2011, the site primarily focuses on video game live streaming, including broadcasts of esports competitions, in addition to music broadcasts, creative content, and more recently, "in real life" streams. Content on the site can be viewed either live or via video on demand. As of February 2020, it had 3 million broadcasters monthly and 15 million daily active users, with 1.4 million average concurrent users.

IV. It is intended that, upon obtaining ‘Twitch Affiliate’ status, the channel is to be offered to the Senate of Nova Roma so that the Republic would benefit from subscription funding that is received via this channel. Through negotiations, and if then sanctioned by higher magistrates or the Senate body, I, as the current channel owner will convert the accounts as necessary to relinquish control for the benefit of the Republic. Control would then be ultimately governed by the Praetors like other Nova Roma forums, unless otherwise determined by the Senate.

V. Potential streamers wishing to contribute programming to this Roman channel may do so by verifying available timeslots on this calendar: https://calendar.google.com/calendar/u/0?cid=Nmk3YnVxbnRwMHVrbjByNmh1dHE0aWRha29AZ3JvdXAuY2FsZW5kYXIuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbQ. They should then send an email to the praetorium with their concept and preferred time to broadcast. The Consilium Provinciae will provide assistance as necessary.

Date: a.d. VIII Kal. Dec. Q. Arrio (II) T. Domitio (III) cos., 24 November under Q. Arrius' 2nd and T. Domitius' 3rd consulship.

D. Aurelius Ingeniarius

Legatus Pro Praetore Australiae

Edictum 73.05 - Edictum Provinciale de Albis Vicorum Municipiorumque

• This edict is currently IN FORCE.
• See the original message posted to the Forum Romanum (#95844).

Edict for the management of local group records

I. In my capacity as Legatus Pro Praetore Australiae bestowed upon me by the Senate under Senatus consultum ultimum de rectoribus provinciarum, with the authority granted to me under Lex Vedia Provincialis, I may proclaim those edicta (edicts) necessary to engage in those tasks which advance the mission and function of Nova Roma.

II. In order to maintain efficient oversight of Governor sanctioned vici and Senate sanctioned municipia within Provincia Australia, I hereby issue this edict. In addition to all requirements under Lex Fabia de oppidis et municipiis and Senatus Consultum Ultimum de Municipiis Populi Novi Romani, local groups granted the status of ‘vicus’ or ‘municipium’ are to maintain all official records on this forum website. Local elected magistri vici are responsible for completing and maintaining these records.

III. This edict is complimentary to any requirements to maintain similar records on the official Nova Roma website, www.novaroma.org. Due to the current site edit inaccessibility, this edict will remain in effect until this is resolved. This edict will be reviewed once the Nova Roma website is updated.

Date: a.d. VIII Kal. Dec. Q. Arrio (II) T. Domitio (III) cos., 24 November under Q. Arrius' 2nd and T. Domitius' 3rd consulship.

D. Aurelius Ingeniarius

Legatus Pro Praetore Australiae

Edictum 73.04 - Edictum de creatione cohortis provincialis

• This edict has been SUPERSEDED.
• See the original message posted to the Forum Romanum (#95677).

Edict for the creation of the Cohors Praetoria

I. In my capacity as Legatus Pro Praetore Australiae bestowed upon me by the Senate under Senatus consultum ultimum de rectoribus provinciarum, with the authority granted to me under Lex Vedia Provincialis, I may proclaim those edicta (edicts) necessary to engage in those tasks which advance the mission and function of Nova Roma.

II. The following citizens of Provincia Australia are formally appointed to the Cohors Praetoria and to the Consilium Provinciae. C. Geminia Cicurina is hereby appointed as scriba. C. Sempronius Scepsis Agricola is hereby appointed as scriba. Cn. Salvius Astur is hereby appointed consiliarius.

III. No oath of office is required. This edict and the respective positions referred hereinto, remain in effect until rescinded.

Date: Kal. Nov. Q. Arrio (II) T. Domitio (III) cos., 01 November under Q. Arrius' 2nd and T. Domitius' 3rd consulship.

D. Aurelius Ingeniarius

Legatus Pro Praetore Australiae

Edictum 73.03 - Edictum de electione vexilli provincialis

• This edict is currently IN FORCE.
• See the original message posted to the Forum Romanum (#95631).

Edict for the official flag of Provincia Australia

I. In my capacity as Legatus Pro Praetore Australiae bestowed upon me by the Senate under Senatus consultum ultimum de rectoribus provinciarum, with the authority granted to me under Lex Vedia Provincialis, I may proclaim those edicta (edicts) necessary to engage in those tasks which advance the mission and function of Nova Roma.

II. As has been the custom in Nova Roma for years, provinces often adopt their own identifying flag or banner to represent their part of the Republic. I am pleased to formally announce and declare the Provincial Flag for Provincia Australia. It shall be adopted as the brand and logo for Nova Roma in Oceaniae.

III. It shall use the same colours as the Nova Roma flag; featuring Australia and New Zealand on a red background, with a golden S.P.Q.R. centered within a simple wreath. Above the central images shall read the words 'Nova Roma', with 'Australia' written underneath. It shall adopt the same aspect ratios as the Nova Roma flag when flown or used together. The design is intended to look similar to the Nova Roma flag and that of similar existing provincial designs including Italia, Gallia and Brasilia.

IV. The Provincial flag will always remain subordinate to the Nova Roma flag. When both are flown together, the Nova Roma flag takes precedence and shall be flown first from the left, with the provincial flag to the right. If in a moving parade or event, the Nova Roma flag should always lead. Where possible, the Nova Roma flag or vexillum must also be paraded if the Provincial flag is to be present for an event.

Date: a.d. XV Kal. Nov. Q. Arrio (II) T. Domitio (III) cos., 18 October under Q. Arrius' 2nd and T. Domitius' 3rd consulship.

D. Aurelius Ingeniarius

Legatus Pro Praetore Australiae

Edictum 73.02 - Edictum Proprætorium de societate cum Legione X Fretensi Australiana

• This edict is currently IN FORCE.
• See the original message posted to the Forum Romanum (#95624).

Edict about the alliance with the Legio X Fretensis Australiana

I. In my capacity as Legatus Pro Praetore Australiae bestowed upon me by the Senate under Senatus consultum ultimum de rectoribus provinciarum, with the authority granted to me under Lex Vedia Provincialis, I may proclaim those edicta (edicts) necessary to engage in those tasks which advance the mission and function of Nova Roma.

II. In accordance with version II of a Memorandum of Understanding, signed a.d. XVI Kal. Oct Q. Arrio (II) T. Domitio (III) cos. MMDCCLXXIII a.u.c., Legio X Fretensis of the Ancient Roman Re-enactors Victoria (ARRV) is now hereby an Allied Reenactment Unit of the Exercitus Populi Novi Romani Quiritium.

III. This edict supersedes ‘Edictum proconsulare de legione X Fretensi Australiano’ issued a.d. XVIII Kal. Mai. Q. Arrio (II) T. Domitio (III) cos. Any special appointments are no longer required.

IV. The authority for such appointment and decree emanates from the Lex Aurelia De Legionibus and will remain in effect until either party retracts the Memorandum signed by all parties which outlines the specific application of this lex.

Date: a.d. XVII Kal. Nov. Q. Arrio (II) T. Domitio (III) cos., 16 October under Q. Arrius' 2nd and T. Domitius' 3rd consulship.

D. Aurelius Ingeniarius

Legatus Pro Praetore Australiae

Edictum 73.01 - Edictum proconsulare de legione X Fretensi Australiano

• This edict has been SUPERSEDED.
• See the original message posted to the Forum Romanum (#95122).

Edict for the agreement between Legio X Fretensis Australiana and Nova Roma

I. Instructed by the senate, on the basis of my authorization as proconsul with greater imperium over certain provinces where I am not the actual governor, including Provincia Australia, I issue a special edict intervening into the internal matters of Australia in order to help and support the favourable developments in the province started by my Legatus D. Aurelius Ingeniarius Praefectus Provinciae Australiae Administrandae.

II. In accordance with version I.V of a Memorandum of Understanding, signed a.d. IX Kal. Apr Q. Arrio T. Domitio cos. MMDCCLXXIII a.u.c., Legio X Fretensis of the Ancient Roman Re-enactors Victoria (ARRV) is hereby declared an Autonomous Reenactment Unit (ARU) of the Exercitus Populi Novi Romani Quiritium.

III. Current serving Centurion and appointed lead field officer Centurio Marcus Claudius Calvus is hereby bestowed the political military office of Praefectus, and is to be hereby referred to as Centurio Marcus Claudius Calvus, Praefectus of the Legio X Fretensis within Nova Roma.

IV. The authority for such appointment and decree emanates from the Lex Aurelia De Legionibus and will remain in effect until either party retracts the Memorandum signed by all parties which outlines the specific application of this lex.

V. This edict is effective retroactively from a.d. IX Kal. Apr Q. Arrio T. Domitio cos. MMDCCLXXIII a.u.c. until the memorandum is rescinded by ARRV or Nova Roma.

Date: a.d. XVIII Kal. Mai. Q. Arrio (II) T. Domitio (III) cos., 14 April under Q. Arrius' 2nd and T. Domitius' 3rd consulship.

Cn. Cornelius Lentulus Alexander

PROCONSUL CUM IMPERIO MAIORE

Edictum 72.01 - Edictum Proconsulare de rebus Provinciae Australiae intercedendis

• This edict has LAPSED.
• See the original message posted to the Forum Romanum (#94565).

I. Instructed by the senate, on the basis of my authorization as proconsul with greater imperium over certain provinces where I am not the actual governor, including Provincia Australia, I issue a special edict intervening into the internal matters of Australia in order to help and support the favorable developments in the province started by citizen D. Aurelius Ingeniarius.

II. D. Aurelius Ingeniarius started to develop an active local community of Nova Roma within Australia with promising success, entering contact with various Roman cultural organizations with the potential of alliance. As proconsul with supervising authority, I applaud and recognize the efforts of D. Aurelius. The governor of Australia, M. Claudius Nero legatus pro praetore is unfortunately incapacitated to conduct the necessary guiding and directing work and oversight, as he is located in a different geographical area, and as he is busy with other obligations and is currently unable to conduct fast and effective leadership, therefore I intervene with my imperium maius possessed over Australia and give the necessary authorizations to D. Aurelius Ingeniarius in order to build an active province of Nova Roma.

III. I hereby appoint citizen D. Aurelius Ingeniarius as my legatus in Australia, with the full title legatus proconsulis Cn. Lentuli Alexandri in Australia, and with the mandate to represent Nova Roma in my name and under proconsular power and authority. He has the special mandate to recruit citizens, recruit cooperating reenactment groups, and to establish a living and working community of Nova Romans in Australia.

IV. In addition to the previous office, I hereby appoint D. Aurelius Ingeniarius as the vice-governor of Provincia Australia, with the title praefectus provinciae Australiae administrandae. In this capacity, he reports to governor M. Nero legatus pro praetore Australiae, and secondarily, to me as his shared supervisor. His task is to govern Australia in lieu of the incapacitated governor, unless and until the governor becomes actively governing or instructs him otherwise. In case of need, I reserve the right to intervene, but intend not to, unless absolutely needed.

V. Oath of office is required, this edict takes effect immediately.

Date: Kal. Oct. Q. Arrio P. Annaeo coss.

Cn. Cornelius Lentulus Alexander

PROCONSUL CUM MAIORE IMPERIO