Have your say on new licence applications
Resources Victoria makes decisions about licence applications to explore and access the state’s resources.
Your feedback helps Resources Victoria decide whether to grant, request changes or refuse a licence application.
Please send your comments in writing by the submission closing date and we’ll consider these in our decision.
How to submit your feedback or ask questions
Feedback can be lodged via our online form or posted to:
The Minister for Energy and Resources
c/- Manager Licensing
Resources Victoria
PO Box 500
East Melbourne Victoria 8002
Enquiries can be made by:
- writing to the Manager Licensing at the above address
- calling 136 186.
For help with English, call the Translating and Interpreting Service on free call 131 450.
Current applications
Minerals exploration and mining
Minerals exploration, mining, retention and prospecting licence applications are assessed in line with the Mineral Resources (Sustainable Development) Act 1990.
| Application number | Licence type | Company name | Location | Submissions close |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EL009012 | Exploration licence | Stavely Minerals Ltd | Centred on Glenthompson extending to 11 km west of Wickliffe and 10 km east of Dunkeld in South Western Victoria | 17 September 2026 |
| EL008999 | Exploration licence | World Minerals and Resources Pty Ltd | 2km south of Warrackanbeal, 36km northeast of Horsham | 23 September 2026 |
| EL009013 | Exploration licence | ACDC Metals Operations Pty Ltd | 14.5 km north east of Wycheproof, 54 km south east of Kerang | 24 September 2026 |
| EL008977 | Exploration licence | Big Bull Resources Pty Ltd | 15km northeast of Cressy, 32km southeast of Skipton and 42km northwest of Camperdown | 25 September 2026 |
| EL009002 | Exploration licence | World Minerals and Resources Pty Ltd | 23 km northeast of Horsham, 18.5 km south of Warracknabeal, including the town of Murtoa | 30 September 2026 |
Onshore gas
Under the Petroleum Act 1998, any person may make a written submission to the minister about an application for an onshore retention lease or production licence.
There are currently no onshore gas applications open for feedback.
Offshore gas
Under the Offshore Petroleum and Greenhouse Gas Storage Act 2010, any person may make a written submission to the minister about an application to vary an offshore pipeline licence.
There are currently no offshore gas applications open for feedback.
Proposed petroleum exploration permit tenders
Public consultation is undertaken on proposed petroleum exploration permit tenders onshore or offshore in Victorian state waters, which may result in applications for gas exploration permits.
Quarries
Public input related to quarry applications is conducted by the relevant local council via the planning permit process. Applications can normally be located under ‘advertised planning applications’ (or similar wording) on your council website.
GeoVic
GeoVic is our spatial mapping tool. It allows you to search for licences and access data, and to build your own earth resources-related maps.
More information
Minerals exploration and mining
- How mineral exploration and mining are regulated in Victoria
- Advertising requirements: Guideline for licence applications
- Frequently asked questions
Gas
Page last updated: 09 Sep 2026