159AUSTEL’s way of operating

##### 159 AUSTEL’s way of operating (1) AUSTEL must, in conducting an arbitration for the purposes of section 154, pursue the objective of providing a mechanism of arbitration that is fair, just, economical, informal and quick. (2) AUSTEL, in conducting an arbitration: (a) is not bound by technicalities, legal forms or rules of evidence; and (b) must act according to substantial justice and the merits of the case; and (c) must have regard to: (ia) section 136; and (i) the rights of the carriers under section 137; and (ii) any applicable licence conditions, including supplementary access conditions; and (iii) any applicable determination in force under section 140.