Commonwealth Consolidated Acts Commonwealth Consolidated Acts(1) There is established by this Act a Council by the name of the National Archives of Australia Advisory Council.
(2) The Council shall consist of:
(a) a Senator chosen by the Senate;
(b) a member of the House of Representatives chosen by that House; and
(c) 11 other members, appointed by the Minister.
(3) A member chosen by either House of the Parliament holds office, subject to this Act, for such period, not exceeding 3 years, as is fixed by that House at the time of his or her choice.
(4) A member appointed by the Minister holds office, subject to this Act, for such period, not exceeding 3 years, as the Minister specifies in the instrument of his or her appointment.
(5) A member chosen by either House of the Parliament or appointed by the Minister is eligible for further choice or re - appointment.
(6) The performance of the functions of the Council is not affected by reason of there being a vacancy or vacancies in the membership of the Council.