16. Withdrawal of grievance or review

At any time during the process a grievant may withdraw any grievance or review, by notice in writing to the relevant senior University officer or Vice-Chancellor, respectively. Upon such withdrawal, investigation of the subject matter of the grievance or review will normally be discontinued.

17. Bar on raising the matter for further consideration

If a grievance has been fully investigated, or is formally withdrawn in writing by the grievant during the course of the grievance resolution or review process, the grievant cannot raise the matter again unless it involves new major information or a separate incident.

18. Malicious or vexatious complaints or grievances

Student complaints or grievances that are found to be frivolous, vexatious or malicious may result in action being taken under the Statute 10 Student Conduct and Discipline.