Marriage Act 1961 Section 62 - Acting appointments

Marriage Act 1961

In force on 5 Jan 2026

Marriage Act 1961 Section 62

Acting appointments

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MA1961 s.62

The Minister may, by written instrument, appoint a person to act as the Registrar:

(a) during a vacancy in the office of the Registrar (whether or not an appointment has previously been made to the office); or

(b) during any period, or during all periods, when the Registrar:

(i) is absent from duty or from Australia; or

(ii) is, for any reason, unable to perform the duties of the office.

Note: For rules that apply to acting appointments, see sections 33AB and 33A of the Acts Interpretation Act 1901.