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Permits

Permits

How does the permit system work?

The New Zealand Government owns the in-ground petroleum resource and anyone wanting to prospect, explore or mine minerals in New Zealand must obtain a permit from Crown Minerals under the Crown Minerals Act 1991.  More...

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Current permits

Recent applications received & granted
Last updated 2 April 2007

Minerals resources in more detail...

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  • Exploration and Prospecting Activities and reporting requirements under the Minerals and Coal Regulations 2007

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