Offshore Minerals Act 1998
sec.94Extension of tenure—activities disrupted
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sec.94 Extension of tenure—activities disrupted
If— an exploration permit authorises the tenure holder to carry out an activity; and circumstances beyond the control of the holder prevent the holder from carrying out the activity; the holder may apply to the Minister for an extension of the term of the tenure. The application must be made— within 30 days after the day on which the holder first became aware of the circumstances; and before the tenure expires. (sec.94-ssec.1) If— an exploration permit authorises the tenure holder to carry out an activity; and circumstances beyond the control of the holder prevent the holder from carrying out the activity; the holder may apply to the Minister for an extension of the term of the tenure. (sec.94-ssec.2) The application must be made— within 30 days after the day on which the holder first became aware of the circumstances; and before the tenure expires.
- (a) an exploration permit authorises the tenure holder to carry out an activity; and
- (b) circumstances beyond the control of the holder prevent the holder from carrying out the activity;
- (a) within 30 days after the day on which the holder first became aware of the circumstances; and
- (b) before the tenure expires.