(1)  The Minister may establish any advisory council the Minister considers necessary to advise and assist the Minister in the exercise of powers and the performance of functions under and in respect of this Act.

(2)  The Minister may appoint persons as members of an advisory council on any terms and conditions the Minister considers appropriate.

(3)  A State Service officer or State Service employee appointed as a member of an advisory council may hold that office in conjunction with State Service employment.