About the Tribunal
Who are we?
The Guardianship Tribunal is a legal tribunal, located in Sydney, Australia. The Tribunal conducts hearings throughout New South Wales. It is there to look after the interests and welfare of people with disabilities who find it difficult making decisions.
The Tribunal operates under the Guardianship Act 1987 (link at end of page).
The Guardianship Tribunal has very specific powers. It can:
- appoint a private guardian (family member or friend) and/or the Public Guardian
- appoint a private financial manager and/or the NSW Trustee
- give consent for treatment by a doctor or dentist
- review enduring powers of attorney
- review an enduring guardianship appointment
- approve a clinical trial so that people with decision-making disabilities can take part.
Where are we?
- The Guardianship Tribunal is at 2a Rowntree Street, Balmain.
- The Locations & Facilities section of this website has information that will help you find the Tribunal.
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Related Links
- Guardianship Act 1987
http://www.austlii.edu.au/au/legis/nsw/consol_act/ga1987136/ - Department of Ageing, Disability & Home Care (DADHC)
http://www.dadhc.nsw.gov.au/dadhc/ - Powers of Attorney Act 2003
http://www.austlii.edu.au/au/legis/nsw/consol_act/poaa2003240/