Commonwealth Consolidated Acts

INSPECTOR-GENERAL OF TAXATION ACT 2003 - SECT 28

Appointment by Governor‑General on full‑time basis

             (1)  The Inspector‑General is to be appointed by the Governor‑General by written instrument. The appointment is to be on a full‑time basis.

Obligation to fill vacancy as soon as practicable

             (2)  Whenever a vacancy occurs in the office of Inspector‑General, an appointment must be made to the office as soon as practicable.

Period of appointment

             (3)  The Inspector‑General holds office for the period specified in the instrument of appointment. The period must not exceed 5 years.

Terms and conditions not covered by this Act

             (4)  The Inspector‑General holds office on the terms and conditions (if any) in relation to matters not covered by this Act that are determined by the Governor‑General.