58How multiple applications are dealt with

58 How multiple applications are dealt with

58 How multiple applications are dealt with

(1) Subject to subsection (2), if a block is covered by 2 or more applications for an exploration or mining licence, the Minister must deal with the applications in the order in which they are made.

Note—

See also section 203.

(2) If:

(a) the applications are lodged within a particular time of each other, and

(b) the time is less than the time prescribed by the regulations,

the Minister must determine the order in which the applications are to be dealt with by drawing lots in the way prescribed by the regulations.