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65 Evidence (1) The Panel is not bound by rules or practice as to evidence but may inform itself in relation to any matter in such manner as it thinks fit. (2) Evidence before the Panel— (a) may be given orally or in writing or partly orally and partly in writing; and (b) may be given on oath or by declaration. S. 65(3) amended by No. 6/2018 s. 68(Sch. 2 item 36.3). (3) A member of the Panel may administer an oath or affirmation or declaration for the purposes of this Act. S. 65(4) amended by No. 68/2009 s. 97(Sch. item 39.42). (4) The Panel, on its own initiative or on the application of an applicant for leave, may cause to be served on any person a summons to attend before the Panel to give evidence or produce documents specified in the summons. (5) The Panel may make an order for the manner of service, including substituted service, of a summons under subsection (4). (6) A person must not, without reasonable excuse, fail to comply with a summons. 1. 5 penalty units.