Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:C2024C00797:section:27b
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:C2024C00797
Segment Type: section
Provision Reference: s 27B
Character Range: 91451–91970

27B  Appointment of Director‑General of ASD
 (1) There is to be a Director‑General of ASD.
 (2) The Director‑General of ASD is to be appointed by the Governor‑General by written instrument.
Note: The Director‑General of ASD may be reappointed: see section 33AA of the Acts Interpretation Act 1901.
 (3) Before a recommendation is made to the Governor‑General for the appointment of a person as Director‑General of ASD, the Prime Minister must consult with the Leader of the Opposition in the House of Representatives.