Can a mining company come onto my land?

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In Australia, minerals are generally owned by the state, and companies can apply for exploration or mining licences over private land.

Landholders usually have rights to notice, to negotiate access agreements and to compensation. Rules vary by state.

Get legal advice before signing an access agreement.

Your state's resources department has landholder information.

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