Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:C2007C00533:clause:3_203ba
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:C2007C00533
Segment Type: clause
Provision Reference: sch 3 cl 203BA
Character Range: 423572–424772

203BA  How functions of representative bodies are to be performed

Functions to be performed in a timely manner

 (1) A representative body must use its best efforts to perform its functions in a timely manner, particularly in respect of matters affected by:
 (a) the time limits under this Act; or
 (b) time limits, under another law of the Commonwealth or a law of a State or Territory, that are relevant to the performance of its functions.

Maintenance of organisational structures and processes

 (2) A representative body must perform its functions in a manner that:
 (a) maintains organisational structures and administrative processes that promote the satisfactory representation by the body of native title holders and persons who may hold native title in the area for which it is the representative body; and
 (b) maintains organisational structures and administrative processes that promote effective consultation with Aboriginal peoples and Torres Strait Islanders living in the area for which it is the representative body; and
 (c) ensures that the structures and processes operate in a fair manner, having particular regard to the matters set out in paragraphs 203AI(2)(a) to (f).