Information for landholders
Exploration, mining, quarrying, oil and gas and geothermal energy can play an important role in regional Victoria.
If you own or occupy land that may be affected by these activities, you can find information about your rights and what to expect.
This includes information about:
- mineral exploration, mining and quarrying
- oil and gas exploration and development
- geothermal exploration and extraction
- consultation requirements
- land access and consent
- compensation
- objections and comments on licence applications
- how environmental, safety and rehabilitation issues are managed.
Landholders can also find out what licence holders must do before work can start on private land, and where to get more information or support.
Page last updated: 09 Jul 2026