Lodging your application
Online applications
You can lodge and track the progress of most applications using MyMinesOnline.
Lodging your application by mail or in person
| Application type | Submit applications to |
|---|---|
| Call for tenders | Address listed in the tender document |
| Coal authorities | Coal Assessment Hub |
| Small-scale mining (all mining claims; mining leases for opal, gemstones, corundum and other precious stones) | Small-scale Mining Assessment Hub |
| Minerals | Mineral Assessment Hub or district office |
| Petroleum and gas | Petroleum Assessment Hub |
| Greenhouse gas storage and geothermal | Petroleum Assessment Hub |
Payment options
Online
We accept credit card or electronic funds transfer (EFT). For some transactions, it may be possible for you to submit your application online and pay the fee at a mines lodgement office.
When paying by EFT you will be provided with a MMOL reference number. Use this number in the reference field when transferring the funds with your financial institution.
In person
We accept cash, cheque, money orders or credit card payments (MasterCard and Visa only) at any mines lodgement office.
By mail
If posting your application, include a cheque made out to the 'Department of Resources'. Also include the authority type and ID on the back of the cheque. Do not send cash through the mail.
Electronic funds transfer (EFT)
Transfer funds to:
Department of Resources
Commonwealth Bank BSB 064-013
Account 1004 1702
Include the authority type and number in the reference field to ensure we correctly identify your payment. Failure to provide information required to receipt payments could result in unnecessary delays.
Email the details of your payment to the hub or district office where you are submitting your application.
By phone or fax
Mines lodgement offices accept credit card payments (Mastercard and Visa only) over the phone.
Also consider...
- Read paying resource rents and royalties for mining and resources for information on making these payments.