The Office of the Public Guardian promotes, speaks for, and protects the rights and interests of people with disabilities and acts as the guardian of people with disabilities when appointed by the Guardianship and Administration Board.

Part 3 of the Guardianship and Administration Act 1995 establishes the Office and gives the Public Guardian her/his powers and functions.

The Guardianship and Administration Board can:

• make orders appointing a guardian or an administrator or both for an adult person with a disability who is unable to make reasonable judgements in respect of lifestyle and/or financial matters
• consent to medical treatment for persons with a disability incapable of giving an informed consent
• revoke or vary the terms of an enduring power of attorney
• make an order for the execution of a statutory will for a person who is incapable of making a will