Commonwealth Numbered Acts

TOBACCO PLAIN PACKAGING ACT 2011 (NO. 148, 2011) - SECT 81

             (1)  The Secretary may, in writing, appoint the following persons as authorised officers:

                     (a)  a person who is appointed or engaged under the Public Service Act 1999 ;

                     (b)  a member or special member of the Australian Federal Police.

             (2)  The Secretary may appoint a person as an authorised officer only if the Secretary is satisfied that the person has suitable qualifications, training or experience.

             (3)  An authorised officer is appointed for the period specified in the instrument of appointment.

Note:          An authorised officer is eligible for reappointment (see section 33AA of the Acts Interpretation Act 1901 ).