50Referral of objections to Tribunal

50 Referral of objections to Tribunal (1) A person or body that makes an objection under section 24MD(6B)(d) of the Native Title Act to a proposed compulsory acquisition of native title rights and interests may request the Authority to refer the objection to the Tribunal. (2) A request must be made within 5 months after notification under section 24MD(6B) of the Native Title Act of the proposed compulsory acquisition. (3) If a request is made, the Authority must refer the objection to the Tribunal unless the Authority decides not to proceed with the compulsory acquisition. (4) The Authority is a party to a proceeding in the Tribunal in respect of an objection.