3Simplified outline

3 Simplified outline

The following is a simplified outline of this Act:

This Act continues the existence of the Australia Council established by the Australia Council Act 1975. The Council has functions relating to supporting and promoting the arts.

Part 1 deals with introductory matters and the constitutional basis for the Act.

Part 2 provides for the Council to continue in existence under this Act. It also sets out the functions and powers of the Council.

Part 3 deals with the establishment, membership and procedures of the Board of the Council.

Part 4 provides for the Board to establish committees to advise and assist the Board and the Council.

Part 5 deals with the Chief Executive Officer and the staff of the Council.

Part 6 deals with corporate plans.

Part 7 deals with financial matters.

Part 8 deals with miscellaneous matters.