Northern Territory Numbered Acts

TERRITORY FAMILIES LEGISLATION AMENDMENT ACT 2021 (NO 25 OF 2021) - SECT 5

After section 8

insert

8A     Responsibility of public authorities

In exercising powers or performing functions under this Act, public authorities have a responsibility to:

    (a)     promote and safeguard the wellbeing of children and support their families; and

    (b)     work cooperatively and in a timely manner.