The Crossword Centre Clue-Writing Competition

CCCWC June competition voters’ comments
 
Clue no. 12: Cross after Australian half performed additional duty commanding officer cut back a little bit

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A clue to COLLOP / SURTAX (Right & Left).
2 comments refer to this clue (from 2 competitors, 0 others)

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Comments on the clue
1.Like the 'Australlian half' bit but doesn't scan very well
2.I don't get the surface but the cryptic construction is sound.