9Consultation on cultural heritage

9 Consultation on cultural heritage (1) Before recommending action under section 8 (j) in relation to cultural material or information, ATSIEB— (a) if the cultural material or information is specific to an Aboriginal object or an Aboriginal place that is in, or apparently originated in, the ACT—must consult at least 1 of the following: (i) the United Ngunnawal Elders Council; (ii) a representative Aboriginal organisation; (iii) another person that ATSIEB is satisfied has a traditional connection to the ACT region; or (b) in any other case—may consult any person ATSIEB considers appropriate. Aboriginal object—see the Heritage Act 2004, section 9. Aboriginal place—see the Heritage Act 2004, section 9.