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Administration of the VEA

The Commission is vested with broad powers to enable it to carry out its functions, duties and powers under the VEA. It also has specific powers to enter into contracts, deal with real or personal property, undertake building works and engage persons to perform services.

In relation to claims for pensions, benefits and treatment under the VEA, the Commission is the decision-maker. The Commission has responsibility for deciding and reviewing individuals’ entitlements to pensions, benefits and treatment in accordance with the VEA. Although the Commission has no staff of its own, it is able (by sub-section 213(1) of the VEA) to delegate its powers to staff of the Australian Public Service. In practice, these delegates are staff of the Department of Veterans’ Affairs.