Hansard - ACT Legislative Assembly

Legislative Assembly for the ACT: 1997 Week 7 Hansard (26 June) . . Page.. 2280 ..

MR WOOD (continuing):

(e) to assist in the development and implementation of policies and programs as directed by the Council;

(f) to carry out such other functions as the Domestic Violence Prevention Council directs.

Powers

Ã26E. The Coordinator has power to do all things necessary or convenient to be done in connection with the performance of his or her functions.

Terms of office

Ã26F. The Coordinator holds office, subject to this Part -

(a) for such period, not exceeding 3 years, as is specified in the instrument of appointment, but is eligible for reappointment; and

(b) on such terms and conditions (if any) in relation to matters not provided for by this Act as are specified in the instrument of appointment.

Resignation

Ã26G. The Coordinator may resign by giving a signed notice of resignation to the Minister.

Termination of appointment

Ã26H. The Minister may terminate the appointment of the Coordinator Ã

(a) for misbehaviour or physical or mental incapacity; or

(b) in accordance with the instrument of appointment.

Acting Coordinator

Ã26I. (1) The Minister may, in writing, appoint a person to act as the Coordinator Ã

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