Guidelines released to make submitting mines and tunnels plans easier
New guidelines have been released to make it easier to prepare and submit mines and tunnel plans to regulators.
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Updated standards and guidance on submitting minerals and coal data now available
The Minerals and Coal Digital Data Submissions and Reporting Guidelines have been updated to reflect recent legislative changes.
Submit annual returns online and save time
Minerals permit holders can now easily submit annual summary returns using our Online Permitting System.
Minister announces one new oil and gas exploration permit
The Energy and Resources Minister has announced one new petroleum exploration permit will be granted for Block Offer 2016.
Reminder: Changes to permit fees to take effect 1 January 2017
Permit holders are reminded that changes to petroleum and minerals permit fees will take effect from 1 January 2017.
Aeromagnetic surveys in Otago and Canterbury have restarted
NZP&M’s aeromagnetic survey in northern Otago/southern Canterbury has restarted after a two week break.
Changes to permit fees to take effect 1 January 2017
Following consultation the Government has increased petroleum and minerals permit fees to recover the costs of permit administration. The new fees will take affect from 1 January 2017.
Minister opens consultation for Block Offer 2017
Minister of Energy and Resources, Hon Simon Bridges has opened consultation with iwi and hapū on Block Offer 2017. Consultation with local authorities will begin on 17 October.
Reservation of Land from prospecting permits - Murchison and Otago
Reservations of Land from prospecting for metallic minerals have been put in place over Murchison and parts of Otago.
Aeromagnetic surveys in Otago and Canterbury
NZP&M’s aeromagnetic survey project is set to start in northern Otago/southern Canterbury.