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How does the permit system work?

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 petroleum in New Zealand must obtain a permit from Crown Minerals under the Crown Minerals Act 1991.  More...


Last updated 10 September 2008

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