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COMMISSIONER FOR CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE ACT 2006 - SECT 7

7 .         Appointment and selection of Commissioner

        (1)         A person is to be appointed to the office of Commissioner for Children and Young People by the Governor by commission under the Public Seal of the State on the recommendation of the Premier.

        (2)         Before making a recommendation under subsection (1) the Premier shall —

            (a)         advertise throughout Australia for expressions of interest from people with professional qualifications and substantive experience in matters affecting children;

            (b)         consult with the leader of any political party with at least 2 members in either House.

        (3)         Children and young people must be involved in the selection process.



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