Queensland
The Powers of Attorney Act (1998) in Queensland allows for a Advance Directive and an Enduring Power of Attorney for personal/health matters. Amendments passed in 2001 allow proxies or agents to consent to the withdrawal and/or withholding of medical treatment if a doctor considers these to be futile.
A Statutory Health Attorney is someone who is allowed to make these decisions for you. They are usually a partner, close relative or carer and must be over 18 years old.
A tribunal can consent to the withdrawal/withholding of life-sustaining treatment. The form in question is called an Advanced Health Directive. A paper version is available widely at newsagents.
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