Mining Law in WA
This factsheet outlines the law which regulates mining activities in Western Australia, including landholder rights and how people can have a say on future mining proposals.
Key takeaways
- The three main types of mining tenements are prospecting licences, exploration licences and mining leases.
- Any person can lodge an objection to the grant of a mining tenement, including prospecting and exploration licences, by lodging a notice of objection.
- Objections to tenement applications are heard by the Warden.
- Under the Environmental Protection Act 1986 (WA) (EP Act), a proposal may be referred to the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) for assessment if the proposal is likely to
have a significant impact on the environment.
Key actions
You can search for Mining Notices (including advertised tenement applications) here.
You may also wish to read our factsheet on Enforcing Environmental Offences in WA here.
