(1) The Minister may appoint a person to act as a member—
(a) during a vacancy in the office of a member; or
(b) during any period, or during all periods, when a member is unable, for any reason, to attend meetings of Film Victoria.
(2) A person appointed to act as a member—
(a) has the rights, powers and duties of the member for whom he or she acts; and
(b) is entitled to be paid remuneration, sitting fees, travelling expenses or other expenses fixed by the Minister.