9Co-operation between Council and Departments etc.

9 Co-operation between Council and Departments etc.

(1) In the performance of its functions in relation to any matter, the Council shall, so far as it considers appropriate having regard to the nature of the matter, consult with Commonwealth Departments, Commonwealth authorities, State Departments, State authorities and scientific, commercial, industrial and other organizations. (2) Commonwealth Departments and Commonwealth authorities shall give to the Council such assistance in the performance of its functions as is reasonably practicable.