168Obtaining of information by the ACMA

168  Obtaining of information by the ACMA  (1) In informing itself on any matter relevant to its broadcasting, content and datacasting functions (as defined in the Australian Communications and Media Authority Act 2005), the ACMA:  (a) may consult with such persons, bodies and groups as it thinks fit, and may form consultative committees for that purpose; and  (b) may conduct investigations and hold hearings; and  (c) may otherwise inform itself in any manner it thinks fit.  (2) Subject to any directions by the Minister under this Part, the procedure that the ACMA adopts in informing itself on any matter relevant to those functions is to be that which the ACMA considers:  (a) will be the quickest and most economical in the circumstances; and  (b) will also promote the due administration of this Act.