Section 237 — Administrative Review Tribunal Act 2024: Appointment of registrars

Appointment by Principal Registrar (1) A registrar is to be appointed by the Principal Registrar by written instrument. Qualification for appointment (2) A person must not be appointed as a registrar unless: (a) the person is a staff member; and (b) the person: (i) has obtained a degree from a university, or an educational qualification of a similar standing, in the field of law; or (ii) has obtained an educational qualification, or has training or experience, related to dispute resolution; or (iii) has, in the opinion of the Principal Registrar, experience related to one or more functions or powers of the Tribunal. Registrar in each State, in the Australian Capital Territory and in the Northern Territory (3) The Principal Registrar must ensure that at least one registrar is appointed in each State, in the Australian Capital Territory and in the Northern Territory.