(1)  The remuneration of a mediator who is not an officer of the Court, and any arrangements for the deposit with the mediator in advance of security for that remuneration, are to be –

(a) agreed by the mediator and the parties; or

(b) if not so agreed, as determined by a judge.

(2)  Unless otherwise ordered or agreed by the parties, the parties are responsible for the mediator's fees in equal proportions.

(3)  A person who is not an officer of the Court is not to be appointed mediator without the consent of the parties.