Supreme Court Rules 2000

An appeal is to be heard by a judge sitting in Court, unless – the Act conferring the right of appeal otherwise provides; or the appeal is from a court sitting in private.

An appeal from a court sitting in private – is to be heard by a judge in chambers; and unless the Act conferring the right of appeal requires that the appeal be heard by a judge sitting in chambers, may be adjourned by the judge into Court.

The Court or a judge may refer an appeal or any point or question arising in the appeal for determination by the Full Court.

If an appeal, point or question is referred to the Full Court, the Full Court or the judge may make any order and give any direction as may be necessary or convenient.