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Why do I need a permit?

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A permit is required for all Crown owned minerals in New Zealand.

Crown owned minerals include all gold, silver and petroleum. Since the Crown owns the mineral petroleum and assoicated hydrocarbons, then the applicant will require a permit to prospect, explore or mine.

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Last updated 2 April 2007

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