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The information on this page shares our approach to compliance with the Crown Minerals Act (the Act).
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Decommissioning of petroleum infrastructure and wells
Petroleum exploration and mining permit and licence holders must carry out decommissioning activities and meet the full financial cost of those activities.
Find a summary about what is required and by when. For more detailed information see the legislation.
Latest news
Snapshot of minerals permit applications – July to end of September
This snapshot provides insights into how many minerals permit applications were received and how many decisions were made between 1 July and 30 September 2023.
The Regulator’s Update – September 2023
In this issue: A snapshot of minerals permit applications, changes to the Crown Minerals Act pass into law, introducing our new National Manager, new minimum mining rates compliance letter, tender closes on Block Offer 2020 and more.