Environmental Objectives Policy for Mining

Policy
This policy identifies the environmental objectives for decision making under the Mining Act 1978.
First published: 13 February 2025
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This policy outlines the environmental factors and objectives the department considers when determining whether exploration and mining activities proposed in applications under the Mining Act 1978 (such as programme of work and mining development and closure proposals) are acceptable.

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