Australian War Memorial Act 1980

The Governor‑General may terminate the appointment of the Director by reason of the misbehaviour or physical or mental incapacity of the Director.

If the Director:

becomes bankrupt, applies to take the benefit of any law for the relief of bankrupt or insolvent debtors, compounds with his or her creditors or makes an assignment of his or her remuneration for their benefit;

is absent from duty, except on leave of absence, for 14 consecutive days or for 28 days in any 12 months; or

engages in paid employment outside the duties of his or her office without the approval of the Minister;