What is the official seal and where is it located?

The Murdoch University Act 1973 (WA) creates the University as an incorporated body, and declares that it will have an official seal.

The University uses its seal as the most formal way of signing contracts and other legal documents.

The General Counsel has custody of the official seal in accordance with the Official Seal Statute (No. 1).

The official seal must be witnessed by two signatures, namely either the Chancellor, the Pro Chancellor or the Vice Chancellor on the one hand, and the General Counsel on the other hand. Senate resolution S/54/2004 also details the circumstances in which the official seal may be used.

• When does the University have to sign a contract using its official seal?
• Can I sign this contract on the University's behalf?
• How do I get legal help in preparing a contract or other legal document?
• How do I obtain a legal review for a contract?
• How do I get instructions to an external lawyer?
• What is the University's policy on whistle-blowing?
• Do you have a sample of how Murdoch signs documents?
• What do I need to know about anti-competitive conduct and unfair practices?
• What is conflict of interest?