17ARepresentation other than at conference or hearing

17A Representation other than at conference or hearing 17A.1 For section 596 of the Act, and subject to a direction by FWA to the contrary, a party to a proceeding before FWA may be represented by a lawyer or paid agent for the purpose of preparing and/or lodging any written application (including an originating application) or written submission, corresponding with FWA or lodging any document with FWA. 17A.2 To remove doubt, nothing in this rule is to be taken as permitting a lawyer or paid agent to represent a party in a conference or hearing before FWA. > Note See section 596 of the Act for when FWA may permit a lawyer or paid agent to represent a party at a conference or hearing.