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##### 251 Directions to have general application only (1) A direction under section 250 must not concern the way in which AUSTEL is to deal with a particular application for: (a) a permit under Division 6; or (b) a cabling licence under Division 7; or (c) an order to be made under subsection 281(6); or (d) reconsideration of a decision under section 284. (2) A direction is invalid so far as it purports to deal with any of those matters.

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