Australian Capital Territory Current Acts

ACT CIVIL AND ADMINISTRATIVE TRIBUNAL ACT 2008 - SECT 35

    (1)     This section applies if the tribunal considers that a matter to which an application relates—

        (a)     is suitable for mediation; and

        (b)     is reasonably likely to be resolved by mediation.

    (2)     The tribunal may, by order—

        (a)     refer the matter to an accredited mediator for mediation; and

        (b)     require the parties to attend the mediation.

    (3)     The tribunal may make the order on its own initiative or on application by a party.

Note 1     Consequences for failure to comply with an order of the tribunal are set out in s 48 (2) (c) and s 74.

Note 2     The Court Procedures Act 2004

, pt 5A (Mediation) applies to a mediation ordered under this section.