Commonwealth Consolidated Acts Commonwealth Consolidated Acts(1) The Independent National Security Legislation Monitor is to be appointed by the Governor - General by written instrument, on a part - time or full - time basis.
(2) Before a recommendation is made to the Governor - General for the appointment of a person as the Independent National Security Legislation Monitor, the Prime Minister must consult with the Leader of the Opposition in the House of Representatives.
(3) A person must not be appointed as the Independent National Security Legislation Monitor unless the person is, in the Governor - General's opinion, suitable for appointment because of the person's qualifications, training or experience.
(4) A person's appointment as the Independent National Security Legislation Monitor is not invalid because of a defect or irregularity in connection with the person's appointment.