Racing and Wagering Act 2024
23Vacancy in office
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23 Vacancy in office (1) The office of a member of the Commission becomes vacant if: (a) the member resigns by written notice given to the Minister; or (b) the person is found guilty of an indictable offence, whether in the Territory or elsewhere; or (c) the person becomes ineligible for appointment under section 19; or (d) the Minister revokes the member's appointment. (2) The Minister must revoke the appointment of a member of the Commission if: (a) the member is absent, except on leave granted by the Minister, from 3 consecutive meetings of the Commission or more; or (b) the member contravenes section 28; or (c) the Minister is satisfied that the member is guilty of misbehaviour; or (d) the member is physically or mentally incapable of satisfactorily performing the functions of the office.