Port of Newcastle (Extinguishment of Liability) Act 2022
6Appointment of person to determine compensation
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6 Appointment of person to determine compensation
6 Appointment of person to determine compensation
(1) As soon as practicable after receiving a request under section 5(1), the Treasurer must appoint a person to determine the relevant compensation under section 7.
(2) The Treasurer must appoint a person who has—
(a) appropriate qualifications or experience to determine the relevant compensation, and
(b) no pecuniary or other interest that appears to raise a conflict with the proper exercise of the appointed person’s functions under this Act.