(1) Any or all of the following bodies:
(a) the Environment Department;
(b) any other Department, agency or authority of the Commonwealth;
may assist a committee established under section 78 in the performance of its functions.
(2) The assistance may include the following:
(a) the provision of information;
(b) the provision of advice;
(c) the making available of resources and facilities (including secretariat services and clerical assistance).