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Commission of Inquiry into Land Tenures

4 May 1973 – 6 February 1976

Commonwealth commission of inquiry chaired by Justice Rae Else-Mitchell into systems of land tenure and their use in urban and regional development.

How it came into existence

Appointed by the Whitlam government in 1973 with Justice Rae Else-Mitchell of the Supreme Court of New South Wales as chairman; he served from 4 May 1973. The precise instrument of appointment was not confirmed.

How it ended

Ended when its work concluded on 6 February 1976, the end of Else-Mitchell's term as chairman; the date of the final report was not separately confirmed.

Main functions

  • Land tenure systems, including leasehold
  • Land for urban and regional development

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Sources

Some dates or links for this organisation are not fully confirmed. Corrections are welcome.