Renewal or Subsequent Application (NSW)

An application for the renewal of an exploration licence or an assessment lease must be lodged with the Secretary within the period of 2 months before the licence or lease ceases to have effect.

Mining Leases

An application for the renewal of a mining lease for:

1. for 1 year of less must be lodged with the Secretary within the period of 2 months before the lease ceases to have effect
2. for more than 1 year must be lodged with the Secretary not earlier than 5 years and not later than 1 year before the lease ceases to have effect

exploration licence or an assessment lease must be lodged with the Secretary within the period of 2 months before the licence or lease ceases to have effect.