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Offshore Minerals Act 1994
94Extension of licence—activities disrupted
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#### 94 Extension of licence—activities disrupted
(1) If:
(a) an exploration licence authorises the licence holder to carry out an activity; and
(b) circumstances beyond the control of the holder prevent the holder from carrying out the activity;
the holder may apply to the Joint Authority for an extension of the licence.
(2) The application must be made:
(a) within 30 days after the day on which the holder first became aware of the circumstances; and
(b) before the licence expires.
(3) The application must be lodged with the Designated Authority.