Commonwealth Consolidated Acts

AUSTRALIAN INSTITUTE OF MARINE SCIENCE ACT 1972 - SECT 12

             (1)  The Council shall consist of:

                     (a)  a Chairperson; and

                     (b)  the Chief Executive Officer; and

                    (ba)  a member nominated by James Cook University; and

                     (c)  4 other members.

             (2)  The members shall be appointed by the Governor‑General.

             (3)  At least 3 members shall be persons possessing scientific qualifications.

             (4)  Subject to this Act, each member holds office for such period, not exceeding 5 years, as is specified in the instrument of the member's appointment and on such terms and conditions as the Governor‑General determines, but is eligible for re‑appointment.

             (5)  An act or decision of the Council is not invalid by reason only of a vacancy or vacancies in the membership of the Council.