100Conduct of hearing

100 Conduct of hearing (1) In conducting a hearing, a mining warden— (a) is not bound by rules of evidence but may inform himself or herself on any matter in any manner that he or she thinks fit; and (b) is bound by the rules of natural justice; and (c) is not required to conduct the hearing in a formal manner. (2) Evidence in a hearing— (a) may be given orally or in writing; and S. 100(2)(b) amended by No. 6/2018 s. 68(Sch. 2 item 89). (b) if the mining warden so requires, must be given on oath or by affirmation or by affidavit. (3) A party may appear before a mining warden in person or may be represented by an agent. S. 100(4) amended by Nos 18/2005 s. 18(Sch. 1 item 69), 17/2014 s. 160(Sch. 2 item 64). (4) A party may only be represented by an agent who is an Australian lawyer if— (a) the other parties to the matter agree; or (b) the mining warden grants leave. (5) Otherwise, the procedure of the mining warden is in his or her discretion.