24-Hour Economy Commissioner Act 2023 (NSW)

24-Hour Economy Commissioner Act 2023 No 54

An Act to provide for the appointment of a 24-Hour Economy Commissioner and the functions and powers of the Commissioner; and for related purposes.

Part 1 Preliminary

1 Name of Act This Act is the 24-Hour Economy Commissioner Act 2023.

2 Commencement This Act commences on the date of assent to this Act.

3 Definition In this Act— Commissioner—see section 4.

Note— The Interpretation Act 1987 contains definitions and other provisions that affect the interpretation and application of this Act.

Part 2 24-Hour Economy Commissioner

Division 1 Establishment and appointment

4 24-Hour Economy Commissioner A 24-Hour Economy Commissioner (the Commissioner) must be employed under the Government Sector Employment Act 2013.

Division 2 Functions of Commissioner

5 Functions (1) The Commissioner has the following functions— (a) to advocate for, and promote the interests of, the night-time economy State-wide, (b) to advocate for policy change, legislative reforms and other improvements about the night-time economy, including by attending relevant forums and conferences and being involved in negotiations between stakeholders, (c) to drive collaboration between government agencies to address common issues, and promote better policy development, about the night-time economy, (d) to provide advice, recommendations and reports to the Minister, at the request of the Minister or on the Commissioner's own initiative, about matters relating to the night-time economy, (e) to raise awareness and provide education about, and conduct programs and other activities to promote— (i) understanding of issues affecting the night-time economy, and (ii) compliance with legislation affecting the night-time economy, and (iii) best practice in relation to other matters affecting the night-time economy, (f) to promote and enhance multiculturalism as part of the night-time economy, (g) to advocate for a mix of diverse cultural, social and business activities and experiences as part of the night-time economy, (h) to encourage more collaboration across industry, local government and the NSW Government in delivery initiatives in relation to the night-time economy, (i) other functions conferred on the Commissioner by this Act or another Act. (2) The Commissioner is not subject to the control and direction of the Minister or any other person in relation to the contents of advice, a report or recommendations given to the Minister.