State Emergency and Rescue Management Act 1989 No 165
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13   Operation of State Disaster Plan

(1)  The relevant provisions of Displan have effect in the event of an emergency.
(2)  Displan has effect in the event of an emergency whether or not a state of emergency has been declared.
(3)  Agencies are authorised to undertake their responsibilities and functions under Displan in the event of an emergency. Government agencies may be required to do so by the Minister.
(4)  Any question concerning the application or operation of Displan may be referred to and determined by the Minister.
(5)  This section does not authorise or require any act or omission that is inconsistent with this or any other Act.
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