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Petroleum Act 1984
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89A Functions
(1) An inspector has the following functions under this Act:
(a) to provide information and advice about compliance with this
Act;
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(b) to monitor compliance with this Act and to take action to
require or secure compliance with this Act through the
exercise of powers under this Act;
(c) to investigate contraventions of this Act and assist in the
prosecution of offences;
(d) to do anything else necessary or required for the
administration, operation or enforcement of this Act, including
gathering information.
(2) An inspector has the powers necessary to perform the inspector's
functions under this Act.
(3) This section does not limit a function or power of an inspector under
another provision of this Act.