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(a)to state in writing to the Court of Appeal its views in relation to the giving, or review, of a guideline judgment;
(b)to provide statistical information on sentencing, including information on current sentencing practices, to members of the judiciary and other interested persons;
(c)to conduct research, and disseminate information to members of the judiciary and other interested persons, on sentencing matters;
(d)to gauge public opinion on sentencing matters;
(e)to consult, on sentencing matters, with government departments and other interested persons and bodies as well as the general public;
(f)to advise the Attorney-General on sentencing matters.
(2)The Council may perform its functions, and exercise its powers, within or outside Victoria.