The Council for the Order of Australia is the body responsible for deciding on new appointments within the

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. It was established by

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issued by

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on 14 February 1975 and as amended subsequently.Constitution of the Order of Australia
- Federal Register of Legislation The

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of the day appoints the Council chair, deputy chair and seven “community representatives”, while each state and territory appoints a representative. In addition, the Official Secretary to the Governor-General of Australia is the ''ex officio'' Secretary of the Council, and there are three other ''ex officio'' members.

Board members

References

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External links

Council for the Order of Australia
- Australian Government Order of Australia

1975 establishments in Australia