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Part 2Naming of geographic features and Crown protected areas
Process for naming geographic features: Process for approval of proposal

20Determination by Minister

  1. If the Board does not make a determination under section 19(1), it must report in writing to the Minister, setting out—

  2. a summary of submissions; and
    1. its decision on the proposal, together with its reasons for that decision.

      1. The Minister, after making any inquiry he or she thinks fit, may determine the proposal by confirming, modifying, or rejecting the decision of the Board.

      2. The Minister’s determination on a proposal is final.

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