Exploration licences are granted by the Victorian Government to explore for a group of minerals in the licence area generally for a period of up to five years initially, with the option for renewal. The area of the licence is measured in ‘graticular sections’ and may cover between one and 500 square kilometres.

In addition to Earth Resources Regulation (ERR) exploration licences, SXG are required to obtain permits from other regulatory agencies including to operate in State Forests, work near water ways, remove native vegetation or to work in public road reserves.

For more information about the Exploration Code of Practice check out here