(1) The valuer-general must appoint an independent chairperson for the objection conference.
(2) Before making the appointment, the valuer-general must consult with the Australian Property Institute about the proposed appointment.
(3) Subject to subsections (1) and (2), a chairperson--
(a) may be appointed--
(i) generally; or
(ii) for a particular local government area or areas; or
(iii) for part of a local government area; or
(iv) for a particular objection conference; and
(b) may be appointed for the period of the conference or conferences decided by the valuer-general; and
(c) is paid the remuneration and allowances and appointed on the terms decided by the valuer-general.