(1) If the respondent intends to rely on an affidavit in relation to the application, the respondent must:
(a) file the affidavit with the court; and
(b) serve a copy of it on the applicant.
(2) The affidavit must be filed and served at least 3 business days before:
(a) if the affidavit is to be relied on at a preliminary hearing under section 25 – the date set for that hearing under section 24 (1); or
(b) otherwise – the date set for the hearing of the application.