Commonwealth Consolidated Acts

DEFENCE ACT 1903 - SECT 58S

  (1)   There shall be a Defence Force Advocate, who shall be appointed by the Minister on a part - time basis.

  (2)   The person appointed as the Advocate shall be a person who:

  (a)   is experienced in industrial relations matters; and

  (b)   has a knowledge of the nature of service in the Defence Force.

  (3)   In making an appointment under subsection   ( 1), the Minister shall have regard to any recommendations made by the Chief of the Defence Force.