Metalliferous and industrial minerals
Production and sales statistics
You can download mineral production and sales statistics compiled from yearly returns submitted by industry. To request historical information, email geological_info@resources.qld.gov.au.
Applying for a resource authority
To explore for minerals, you need an exploration permit for minerals. You can apply by making a direct application or through a call for tenders.
Exploration and investment resources
For more information on exploring and investing in Queensland, see the following resources.
Queensland's resources industries
Investment information
- Queensland exploration and investment resource package is a comprehensive guide for potential explorers and investors. For a free copy, contact the Geological Survey of Queensland.
- Read about investing in Queensland mining for information on investment support, exploration opportunities and current tenders.
Tenure information
- Search for applications, grants or resource authorities in an area using our free public search services.
- Use GeoResGlobe to view the location and boundaries of resource authorities.
Maps, data and publications
- GeoResGlobe, our online GIS service, has tenure, geoscience and resource information.
- The GSQ Open Data Portal lets you download large spatial data sets, maps and reports.
- Geological Survey of Queensland sells a range of maps, data and publications.
- QSpatial allows you to view and download geospatial data and information.
Exploration reports
Holders of resource authorities are required to submit a range of statutory reports on their activities through the GSQ Lodgement Portal. After a period of confidentiality, these reports and data are made publicly available through the GSQ Open Data Portal.
Contact us
Contact the Geological Survey of Queensland for geoscience, exploration and investment information.
- Last reviewed: 6 Nov 2019
- Last updated: 28 May 2021