Queensland Numbered Acts Queensland Numbered Acts(1) When conducting a hearing, the committee--
(a) must comply with natural justice; and
(b) must act as quickly, and with as little formality and technicality, as is consistent with a fair and proper consideration of the issues before it; and
(c) is not bound by the rules of evidence; and
(d) may inform itself of anything in the way it considers appropriate.
(2) The chairperson of the committee may decide the procedures to be followed for the hearing.
(3) The committee must--
(a) tell the relevant teacher--
(i) the facts and circumstances for bringing the disciplinary proceedings against the teacher; and
(ii) the possible disciplinary action the committee may take under section 160 or 161; 23 and
(b) if asked by the relevant teacher, explain to the teacher any aspect of the committee's procedures, or any decisions or rulings, relating to the hearing; and
(c) ensure the relevant teacher has the fullest opportunity practicable to be heard.