Terms of Reference

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Inquiry into the administration of the National Memorials Ordinance 1928

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Terms of Reference

The Committee has been asked by the Hon Simon Crean MP, Minister for Regional Australia, Regional Development and Local Government:

1. To inquire into, and report on:

  • The administration of the National Memorials Ordinance 1928 (the Ordinance), with particular reference on:
 
  • The membership of the Canberra National Memorials Committee (CNMC);
 
  • The process for decision-making by the CNMC;
 
  • Mechanisms for the CNMC to seek independent, expert advice; and
 
  • Opportunities for improving transparency in the administration of the Ordinance.
  • The appropriate level of parliamentary oversight for proposed National Memorials.
  • The appropriate level of public participation in the development of proposed National Memorials.

2. If changes to current arrangements are recommended, inquire into and report on transition provisions for current proposals for memorials which have not yet been constructed.