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Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal Act 2009
An Act to establish the Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal, to provide for the making and reviewing of particular decisions by the tribunal, and for other matters relating to the tribunal
Chapter 1 Preliminary
1 Short title This Act may be cited as the Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal Act 2009.
2 Commencement (1) This Act, other than section 277A, commences on a day to be fixed by proclamation. (2) Section 277A commences on the day of assent of the State Penalties Enforcement and Other Legislation Amendment Act 2009.
3 Objects The objects of this Act are— (a) to establish an independent tribunal to deal with the matters it is empowered to deal with under this Act or an enabling Act; and (b) to have the tribunal deal with matters in a way that is accessible, fair, just, economical, informal and quick; and (c) to promote the quality and consistency of tribunal decisions; and (d) to enhance the quality and consistency of decisions made by decision-makers; and (e) to enhance the openness and accountability of public administration.
4 Tribunal's functions relating to the objects To achieve the objects of this Act, the tribunal must— (a) facilitate access to its services throughout Queensland; and (b) encourage the early and economical resolution of disputes before the tribunal, including, if appropriate, through alternative dispute resolution processes; and (c) ensure proceedings are conducted in an informal way that minimises costs to parties, and is as quick as is consistent with achieving justice; and (d) ensure like cases are treated alike; and (e) ensure the tribunal is accessible and responsive to the diverse needs of persons who use the tribunal; and (f) maintain specialist knowledge, expertise and experience of members and adjudicators; and (g) ensure the appropriate use of the knowledge, expertise and experience of members and adjudicators; and (h) encourage members and adjudicators to act in a way that promotes the collegiate nature of the tribunal; and (i) maintain a cohesive organisational structure.
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The Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal Act 2009 establishes the Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal (QCAT) and sets out its functions, jurisdiction, and procedures. The Act aims to provide an independent and accessible forum for resolving disputes and making decisions.
The QCAT provides an independent and accessible forum for resolving disputes and making decisions, promoting fairness, justice, and efficiency in the administration of justice.
The QCAT's jurisdiction and procedures may impose obligations and penalties on parties, and may require compliance with certain requirements and procedures.
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