17Leave of absence

## 17 Leave of absence (1) A Chairperson appointed as a full‑time member has such recreation leave entitlements as are determined by the Remuneration Tribunal. (2) The Minister may grant a Chairperson referred to in subsection (1) leave of absence, other than recreation leave, on such terms and conditions as to remuneration or otherwise as the Minister determines in writing. (3) The Minister may grant leave to a Chairperson appointed as a part‑time member to be absent from a meeting or meetings of the Authority. (4) The Chairperson may grant leave to another member (other than the Chief Executive Officer) to be absent from a meeting or meetings of the Authority.