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The Customs Appeal Authority is an independent judicial body that hears appeals against the decisions and directions of the New Zealand Customs Service.
The Authority consists of 1 person appointed by the Governor-General on the recommendation of the Customs Minister and the Justice Minister.
The Authority is governed by the Customs and Excise Act 2018.