Commonwealth Numbered Acts

AUSTRALIAN SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY COUNCIL ACT 1978 No. 81 of 1978 - SECT 9

9. (1) In the performance of its functions in relation to any matter, the
Council shall, so far as it considers appropriate having regard to the nature
of the matter, consult with Commonwealth Departments, Commonwealth
authorities, State Departments, State authorities and scientific, commercial,
industrial and other organizations.

(2) Commonwealth Departments and Commonwealth authorities shall give to the
Council such assistance in the performance of its functions as is reasonably
practicable.