s 46ME

Acting appointment

In force

The Minister may, by written instrument, appoint a person to act as the National Children’s Commissioner:

(a)

during a vacancy in the office of the Commissioner (whether or not an appointment has previously been made to the office); or

(b)

during any period, or during all periods, when the Commissioner:

(i)

is absent from duty or from Australia; or

(ii)

is, for any reason, unable to perform the duties of the office.

Note:

See also sections 20, 33AB and 33A of the Acts Interpretation Act 1901.

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