(1) A referee shall make such investigations as he thinks necessary for the proper determination of an application under this Part, whether with or without a hearing.

(2) In conducting an investigation a referee ¾

(a) shall proceed with as little formality and technicality and as speedily as the requirements of this Act and proper investigation of the matter permit;

(b) is not bound by the rules of evidence but may inform himself of any matter in such manner as he considers appropriate; and

(c) may, subject to this Act and the rules of natural justice, determine his own procedures.

[Section 80 inserted by No. 58 of 1995 s.71.]