Phylloxera and Grape Industry Act 1995

Subject to subsection (3), the Board consists of—

the Chief Inspector; and

up to eight members appointed by the Minister of whom—

one will be a person nominated by the Minister with expertise in viticultural research; and

up to 7 will be persons nominated by 1 or more organisations or bodies that, in the opinion of the Minister, have significant involvement in grape growing or winemaking.

When nominating members of the Board, each nominating organisation or body referred to in subsection (1)(b)(ii) must ensure that—

written reasons are provided to the Minister in support of each nomination; and

any other requirements notified in writing by the Minister are satisfied.

The Minister must ensure that—

no more than 1 member from each prescribed region is appointed to the Board; and

all members of the Board have proven experience, knowledge and commitment to the improvement of the State's grape growing and wine industries, and their protection from disease.