In performing its functions and exercising its powers, NICTA shall, where it is appropriate and practical to do so, consult with relevant government, commercial, industrial, consumer and standards bodies and organisations; the ICCC; and other relevant bodies and organisations.

NICTA may hold public inquiries into matters relating to its functions and powers. The Minister may direct NICTA to hold a public inquiry. NICTA may use its powers to obtain information in connection with a public inquiry. NICTA shall prepare a report of a public inquiry, but may exclude confidential information from the report – Section 228 (b) of the NICT Act 2009.