56Functions and powers of Advisory Committee

56 Functions and powers of Advisory Committee

(1)  The Advisory Committee has the following functions:

(a) to advise the Commissioner on any matter relating to –

(i) the welfare of animals involved in racing; and

(ii) biosecurity matters relating to racing; and

(iii) integrity in racing;

(b) to advise the Commissioner on any matters referred to it by the Commissioner;

(c) to provide a forum for consultation on policy matters relating to integrity in racing and animal welfare;

(d) such other functions as are prescribed.

(2)  The Advisory Committee has such other functions as are conferred or imposed on it by or under this or any other Act.

(3)  The Advisory Committee may do all things necessary or convenient to be done for or in connection with, or incidental to, the performance of its functions or the exercise of its powers.