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16A Writing Australia
(1) There is to be a part of Creative Australia known as Writing Australia. (2) Writing Australia is responsible for: (a) supporting and promoting the Australian literature sector; and (b) supporting and promoting the development of markets and audiences for Australian literature; and (c) any other matter as directed by the Board. (3) The CEO must, in writing, designate an employee of Creative Australia as the director of Writing Australia. (4) The CEO must consult the Minister before designating a person under subsection (3).