Mine regulation
Several agencies are responsible for different aspects of mining regulation, under different legislation. They all work together to help protect the environment and human health.
The EPA regulates mining through Environment Protection Licences, which set limit, operating, monitoring and reporting requirements.
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Regulation type |
Organisation responsible |
Telephone |
|---|---|---|
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Mine approval |
1300 305 695 |
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Land use, maps and exploration |
(0)2 4063 6500 |
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Mine safety and compliance with the Mining Act |
(02) 4063 6666 |
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Environment protection licence conditions |
EPA |
131 555 |
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Impacts to the environment and human health |
EPA |
131 555 |
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Effects of mining on health |
(02) 9391 9000 |
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Mine subsidence |
(02) 4908 4300 |
Have your say
We sought feedback on coal mine environmental protection licences from 21 August to 2 October 2024. We received more than 420 submissions, providing insights that will inform our ongoing work to enhance environmental protections. Read the Consultation Summary report.
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How the EPA regulates mines How the EPA regulates mines