Compliance and reporting

All title holders in NSW must submit reports on their exploration activities.

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All title holders are required to document plans detailing how they will minimise impacts on the environment and undertake progressive and effective rehabilitation of disturbed land.

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Mine operators are required to report an incident or make notifications to the department on a range of matters. Community members can report an alleged breach of any of the Acts we regulate.

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The collection of mining royalties is based on 'self assessment', which means it is the responsibility of the mining lease holder to calculate and promptly lodge all royalty returns.

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The collection of mining royalties is based on 'self assessment', which means it is the responsibility of the mining lease holder to calculate and promptly lodge all royalty returns.

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A checklist has been developed by the NSW Resources Regulator to assist people who hold exploration authorisations and carry out exploration or prospecting activities to understand their regulatory responsibilities.

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