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Land Access and Native Title

Access to land and marine areas is influenced by Government policy, legislation and community acceptability of mineral and petroleum resource exploration and development.

The Department of Mines and Petroleum (DMP) works with Government departments and authorities, conservation bodies, the community and both the mineral and petroleum industries, in order to achieve a balance between the needs of all.

Private Property

A brief overview of some of the provisions relating to mining activities and how they relate to private property within the state of Western Australia, as administered by the Mining Act 1978.

Native Title

Access to Guidelines on Native Title negotiations and title claims.

Native Title Act Process

Information on the Native Title Act Process including policies for Exploration Licences and Prospecting Licences.

Native Title Management

Access to Guidelines on Native Title negotiations and title claims.