Veterinary Practice Act 2026 · Updated to 1 Aug 2026 · Part 5 · Disciplinary Proceedings and Other Matters
39. Appointment of Complaints Panel
Feedback & supportFor the purpose of enabling Complaints Assessment Committees, Disciplinary Committees and Interim Orders Committees to be constituted in accordance with this Part, the Council must appoint a panel (called in this Act the Complaints Panel) consisting of the following individuals who are not members of the Council:
at least 10 registered veterinarians;
at least 5 laypersons.
A member of the Complaints Panel is appointed for a term of 2 years and is eligible for re‑appointment.
Complaints Panel
“Complaints Panel” means the Complaints Panel appointed by the Council under section 39;
The Council may, at any time, revoke the appointment of any member of the Complaints Panel or fill any vacancy in its membership.
The production of any written instrument purporting to be signed by the Council and making any appointment or revocation of a member of the Complaints Panel is evidence that the appointment or revocation has been duly made.