Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:C2024C00573:section:119
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:C2024C00573
Segment Type: section
Provision Reference: s 119
Character Range: 85987–86794

119  Termination of appointment
 (1) The Governor‑General may terminate the appointment of the Commissioner because of:
 (a) misbehaviour; or
 (b) a disability which renders the Commissioner incapable of performing the inherent requirements of the office.
 (2) The Governor‑General must terminate the appointment of the Commissioner if the Commissioner:
 (a) becomes bankrupt, applies to take the benefit of any law for the relief of bankrupt or insolvent debtors, compounds with creditors or makes an assignment of remuneration for their benefit; or
 (b) is absent from duty, except on leave of absence, for 14 consecutive days or for 28 days in any period of 12 months; or
 (c) engages in paid employment outside the duties of the office of Commissioner otherwise than with the approval of the Minister.