(1) If the respondent in a proceeding files a notice of grounds of defence, the applicant may file a reply within 21 days after the day when a copy of the notice is served on the applicant.
Note If a form is approved under s 96 (Approved forms) for a reply, the form must be used.
(2) A reply must be signed by the applicant, the applicant's lawyer or an agent authorised by the applicant in writing to sign the reply.
(3) The
registrar must serve the reply on the defendant.
Part 6 Discontinuance and adjournments