Tenement Application (NSW)
Any person may apply for an exploration licence, assessment lease or mining lease.
To make an online application you need access to the Division of Resources and Geoscience Resource Customer Portal that has a User Guide
Refer to the following site for details regarding Tenement Applications:
DepartmentNSW Division of Industry - Resources &and EnergyGeoscience - Mining & Exploration in NSW
Applications may be made in a number of ways in NSW. To assist applicants in selecting a lodgement method, refer to the Times at which applications can formally be received site for details.
Summary of NSW Reforms of the Mining Actby McCollough Robertson gives a good overview of the application process.