Have your say on new licence applications
Victoria’s Earth Resources Regulator makes decisions about licence applications to explore and access the state’s resources.
Your feedback helps Victoria’s Earth Resources Regulator 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
Earth Resources Regulation
PO Box 500
East Melbourne Victoria 8002
Enquiries can be made by:
- writing to the Manager Licensing at the above address
- phoning the Resources Victoria Information Centre on 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EL008356 | Exploration Licence | Bath Resources Pty Ltd | 9km east of Wangaratta, 6km west of Beechworth, 4km west of Myrtleford including Tarrawingee, Milawa and Markwood. | 6 December 2023 |
| EL008357 | Exploration Licence | Bath Resources Pty Ltd | 6km east of Wedderburn, 1km south east of Korong Vale, 5km west of Powlett Plains including Wedderburn Junction, Kinypanial and Fiery Flat. | 6 December 2023 |
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 acreage releases
Public consultation is undertaken on proposed acreage releases onshore or offshore in Victorian state waters, which may result in applications for gas exploration permits.
Minerals exploration, mining, retention and prospecting licence applications are assessed in line with the Mineral Resources (Sustainable Development) Act 1990.
Minerals exploration, mining, retention and prospecting licence applications are assessed in line with the Mineral Resources (Sustainable Development) Act 1990.
There are currently no proposed acreage releases open for feedback.
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
- Understanding minerals exploration
- Information for landholders and the community
- Advertising requirements: Guideline for licence applications
- Frequently asked questions
Gas
Page last updated: 22 Nov 2023