Offshore Minerals Act 1998
sec.96Extension of tenure—other circumstances
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sec.96 Extension of tenure—other circumstances
An exploration permit holder may apply to the Minister for an extension of the term of the tenure if, under section 121 , the Minister— suspends a tenure condition; or exempts the holder from complying with a tenure condition. The application must be made not later than 30 days before the tenure expires. (sec.96-ssec.1) An exploration permit holder may apply to the Minister for an extension of the term of the tenure if, under section 121 , the Minister— suspends a tenure condition; or exempts the holder from complying with a tenure condition. (sec.96-ssec.2) The application must be made not later than 30 days before the tenure expires.
- (a) suspends a tenure condition; or
- (b) exempts the holder from complying with a tenure condition.