Commonwealth Consolidated Acts

MIGRATION ACT 1958 - SECT 353

             (1)  The Tribunal shall, in carrying out its functions under this Act, pursue the objective of providing a mechanism of review that is fair, just, economical, informal and quick.

             (2)  The Tribunal, in reviewing a decision:

                     (a)  is not bound by technicalities, legal forms or rules of evidence; and

                     (b) shall act according to substantial justice and the merits of the case.