Applying for a new petroleum or energy resource authority
Application process for petroleum and energy resource authorities in Queensland.
Topics
Application process for resource authorities
Application process for resource authorities for Queensland mining and resource exploration, development or production.
Petroleum and gas authorities
Apply for exploration, development and production authorities for petroleum and gas resources in Queensland.
Geothermal authorities
Apply for exploration, development and production authorities for geothermal energy in Queensland.
Greenhouse gas storage authorities
Apply for exploration, development and production authorities for greenhouse gas storage in Queensland.
Environmental authorities for mining projects
How to apply for an environmental authority and meet your environmental obligations for Queensland mining activities.
Native title
Find out about native title obligations for mining and resources, including the application process and negotiating.
Lodging your application
Find out how to lodge a resource authority application online, by post or in person.
Development plans and work programs
Templates and guides for preparing work programs and development plans for resource authority applications in Queensland.
Land constraints
Types of land on which mining and exploration activities may be prohibited or restricted.
Resource authority reports
The department generates reports to assist local authorities, industry stakeholders, and the general public about changes to resource authorities in Queensland.