(1)

In addition to remuneration and allowances payable under section 40, the Chief Executive Officer is to be provided with such other benefits (if any) as the Commission determines in writing.

(2)

A determination under subsection (1) does not have effect unless it has been approved by resolution of the Australian Transport Council carried in accordance with the Agreement.

(3)

The benefits in respect of which the Commission may make a determination under subsection (1) are such benefits as the Commission considers are necessary or desirable:

(a) to assist the Chief Executive Officer in; or
(b) to place the Chief Executive Officer in a position that may facilitate;

the performance of his or her functions.

(4)

Benefits provided to the Chief Executive Officer under this section are to be provided, or paid for, out of the money of the Commission.