Queensland Performing Arts Trust Act 1977

Governs how the Trust is run:

• Board members are appointed by the Governor in Council (the Premier and Cabinet) for up to 3 years
• A Chairperson is appointed by the Governor in Council; a Deputy is elected by the board
• The Trust's CEO (called the Director) is also appointed by the Governor in Council for up to 5 years, but must have the Trust's approval first
• Board members must disclose conflicts of interest and can't vote on matters where they have a personal financial stake
• Decisions are made by majority vote at meetings

Establishes financial oversight:

• The Trust must prepare annual strategic and operational plans, agreed with the Minister
• The Trust is subject to Queensland's financial accountability laws for government bodies
• Illegal borrowing can make individual board members personally liable to repay the money

Protects people who deal with the Trust: If you enter a contract or transaction with the Trust in good faith, it remains valid even if the Trust has breached its own internal rules.

Covers practical day-to-day matters like:

• What happens to property left behind or abandoned at the Centre (it can be auctioned after set time periods)
• The Centre is treated as a public place for policing purposes (but the Trust can still set entry conditions)
• The Trust can offer rewards for information about offences against its property

Why does it matter?

This law is the legal foundation for one of Queensland's most significant cultural institutions. It ensures QPAC operates with proper governance, financial accountability, and a clear public purpose — while giving it enough commercial flexibility to run venues effectively.