In South Australia minerals are the property of the Crown.
Access to land for mineral exploration is gained through provisions of the:
Exploration and mining cannot be undertaken either on Crown or private land unless it is in accordance with the provisions of these Acts and regulations.
Depending on the nature and location of the tenement, approvals and consultation may be required under legislation covering environmental, planning and Aboriginal issues.
A summary of legislation applicable to minerals exploration and mining can be found on the website of the Department of Primary Industries and Regions South Australia (PIRSA) - the body responsible for mineral resources and regulation of South Australia's mineral exploration and mining sectors.
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