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Membership of the Family Law Council since 1976

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A full list of Family Law Council members, dating back to November 1976.

The council is a statutory authority established under section 115 of the Family Law Act 1975. It commenced operation in November 1976. The council includes a chairperson and usually 8 to 10 members who are appointed by the Attorney-General in consultation with the Prime Minister and Cabinet. All are part-time members.