26Minister or the Secretary to consult with representatives

26 Minister or the Secretary to consult with representatives

(1) In respecting and upholding the principles of self-determination, the Minister or the Secretary, as the case requires, must consult, work and collaborate on justice‑related issues with the prescribed representatives of the Aboriginal community for the purposes of—

(a) developing strategic partnerships referred to in section 25(c) and (d); and

(b) determining performance standards; and

See section 47.

(c) developing an Aboriginal-led early diversion group conference model referred to in section 136; and

(d) any other prescribed provision.

(2) Consultation, work and collaboration on justice‑related issues under subsection (1) must be undertaken in accordance with the prescribed manner.

Chapter 2—Entities with functions and powers under this Act

Part 2.1—Functions and powers of the Secretary

27 Functions and powers of the Secretary

The Secretary has the functions and powers conferred on the Secretary under this Act.