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Antarctic Treaty (Environment Protection) Act 1980
12EPreliminary determination of likely impact of activity
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12E Preliminary determination of likely impact of activity
After considering the preliminary assessment, the Minister must: (a) determine whether the activity is likely to have: (i) more than a minor or transitory impact; or (ii) a minor or transitory impact; or (iii) no more than a negligible impact; on the environment; and (b) inform the proponent of the activity in writing of his or her decision.