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These amendments will change the way resource authority holders take or interfere with surface and underground water.
The Bill marks a new chapter in unconventional gas exploration.
Falling prices and high labour costs have forced resources companies to look at new technologies to boost productivity.
New WA mine safety legislation is being drafted, which is intended to replace the existing Mines Safety Inspection Act.
WA has one of the largest technically recoverable shale gas reserves in the world, in its Canning and Perth basins.
The Government continues its commitment to reduce carbon pollution with the roll out of the Clean Energy Future Package.
The article discusses some features of the draft bill on oil and gas, which is one of the most anticipated regulations.
The Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources recently issued a regulation on the duties and structure of SKK Migas.
Assets and employees of BP Migas are transferred to SKK Migas and all contracts signed by BP Migas will remain valid.
The Minister issued Regulation No. 24 of 2012 to amend the Regulation on Organizing Coal and Mineral Mining Businesses.
NZ petroleum exploration will be a non-notified discretionary activity, so there is no scope for public submissions.
The Crown Minerals Amendment Act 2013 comes into force on 24 May 2013.
The Brief Counsel looks at summary offences in the new CM amendment bill and at the High Court's findings about the MTA.

Water permits can be essential for a farm or vineyard to function and can therefore be extremely valuable assets.

The Government's first response to the recommendations of the Land and Water Forum has been released for public comment.
This publication brings together a brief summary of information on recently completed deals and relevant regulatory updates.
New WA mine safety legislation is being drafted, which is intended to replace the existing Mines Safety Inspection Act.
A brief summary of information on deals, market rumours and potential opportunities, and relevant regulatory updates.
WA has one of the largest technically recoverable shale gas reserves in the world, in its Canning and Perth basins.
Falling prices and high labour costs have forced resources companies to look at new technologies to boost productivity.
The Bill marks a new chapter in unconventional gas exploration.
The Government continues its commitment to reduce carbon pollution with the roll out of the Clean Energy Future Package.
The mining industry is one of Australia's most important export sectors and makes a significant economic and social contribution to the Australian economy. Mining and minerals activity currently comprises 8 per cent of the Australian economy and 40 per cent of exports.
Queensland proposes to consolidate five resources Acts into one legislative framework - the 'Common Resources Act'.
The mining sector is a significant contributor to Papua New Guinea’s economy. The country is located to the immediate north of Australia in the Pacific Rim of Fire. It is highly prospective for copper, gold and zinc.
Where a proposed mining development has clear environmental impacts, mitigation measures must deal with those impacts.
A contentious debate has arisen about whether compensation for landowner time should or ought to be paid.
A brief summary of information on recently completed deals, rumours and potential opportunities, and regulatory updates.
The average intensity of greenhouse emissions from the National Electricity Market has reduced by about 5% year on year.
The Government will now allow the development of a commercial oil shale industry, under strict environmental conditions.
A new Code of Practice for Tailings Storage Facilities is currently in its second draft phase after initial feedback,.
A "derivative" is an arrangement under which a party may be required to provide consideration at a future time.
According to new amendments, Queensland petroleum tenure holders will be able to use associated water "for any purpose".
The Prime Minister of Vietnam approved the national power development plan for the 2011-2020 period with the vision to 2030 (the "Power Master Plan VII") on 21 July 2011 under his Decision No. 1208/QD-TTg.
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This publication brings together a brief summary of information on recently completed deals and relevant regulatory updates.
A brief summary of information on recently completed deals, rumours and potential opportunities, and regulatory updates.
A brief summary of information on deals, market rumours and potential opportunities, and relevant regulatory updates.
Following a lengthy review lasting the best part of a year, on 16 April 2013 the Ministry of Commerce of the People's Republic of China gave a conditional green light to the acquisition by Glencore International plc.
This decision has broad implications for all proponents who are required by law to undertake environmental assessments.
The average intensity of greenhouse emissions from the National Electricity Market has reduced by about 5% year on year.
This publication brings together a brief summary of information on recently completed deals and regulatory updates.
The legislation will implement an interim link between the Carbon Pricing Mechanism and the EU Emissions Trading Scheme.
A contentious debate has arisen about whether compensation for landowner time should or ought to be paid.
This update discusses the key recommendations made by the Uranium Committee to recommence uranium mining in Queensland.
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