Lightning Ridge mineral claims
Mineral claims within the Lightning Ridge Mineral Claims District are processed by the department's Lightning Ridge Office. As of January 2008 there are more than 4500 mineral claims covering the Lightning Ridge region. Between 1500 and 2500 mineral claims are processed by the office each year.
Legislation
Mineral claims are governed by Mining Act 1992 (www.legislation.nsw.gov.au). Regulations for this Act include:
Mineral claim transactions and conditions
In addition, guides on how to make applications and information about the mineral claim holders' obligations under the Conditions of Mineral Claims are also provided.
Further information
For further information about mineral claims, please contact a Mining Registrar or other staff at a local office of the Department of Primary Industries - Mineral Resources or the department's Head Office.