The NSW Government is committed to improving public access to information on the coal seam gas industry

Results of a state-wide audit of coal and coal seam gas exploration licences show licence holders have a strong commitment to compliance.

Information for the community on exploration and mining in New South Wales.

Information for landholders, mineral explorers and miners regarding the Mining Act 1992 and the Petroleum (Onshore) Act 1991.

New Community Consultation Guidelines have been released and a Draft Code of Practice for Coal Seam Gas Explorers as part of the NSW Government’s Strategic Regional Land Use Policy

Revised REF guidelines to strengthen environmental assessment requirements for mineral and petroleum exploration activities.

Details of the latest legislation amendments

Information related to opal mining in the Lightning Ridge Mineral Claims District

Technologies designed to enhance the efficiency and reduce the environmental impacts of coal extraction, preparation and use

Study regarding the potential impacts of coal and gas mining and development on water resources in the Namoi