Queensland Consolidated Acts

MINERAL RESOURCES ACT 1989 - SECT 318AAZQ

318AAZQ Hearing procedures

(1) In deciding an appeal, the Land Court—

(a) has the same powers as the Minister; and

(b) is not bound by the rules of evidence; and

(c) must comply with natural justice; and

(d) may hear the appeal in court or in chambers.

(2) An appeal is by way of rehearing unaffected by the decision.

(3) Subject to subsections (1) and (2) , the procedure for the appeal is—

(a) in accordance with the rules for the Land Court; or

(b) in the absence of relevant rules, as directed by the Land Court.

(4) A power under an Act to make rules for the Land Court includes power to make rules for appeals under this part.