Australian Capital Territory Numbered Acts

CONSUMER AND TRADER TRIBUNAL ACT 2003 (NO. 16 OF 2003) - SECT 32

    (1)     This section applies if, at the time set for the hearing of an application, a party to the application fails to appear either personally or by a representative.

    (2)     The tribunal may—

        (a)     order that the application be set down for hearing at another time; or

        (b)     order that stated other steps be taken before the hearing proceeds as the tribunal directs; or

        (c)     adjourn the proceeding; or

        (d)     if the party is the applicant—dismiss the application; or

        (e)     proceed with the hearing in the absence of the party either generally or in relation to any relief claimed in the proceeding.