Mineral and coal authorities

Find out how to apply for an exploration permit, prospecting permit, mineral development licence or mining lease.

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Exploration permit for minerals or coal

Find out how to apply for exploration permits for minerals or coal in Queensland.

Prospecting permit

Learn about mineral prospecting permits in Queensland, including how to apply and conditions.

Mineral development licence

Find out how to apply for a mineral development licence (MDL) to carry out further studies of a resource and to assess the development potential of a site.

Mining lease

How to apply for a mining lease to conduct large-scale mining operations for minerals or coal in Queensland.

Water monitoring authority

New legislation is commencing for water reform - which affects mining.