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Due to the changing COVID-19 situation in NSW, some Certificate of Competence examinations have been rescheduled for people living or working in areas impacted by COVID-19 restrictions.
We will provide ongoing updates to people who have been impacted by these changes. You can also refer to our website, where updates are published as they become available.
Media releases
The NSW Government will update the regulatory framework for small-scale mining titles to deliver a safe and strong opal industry for miners
Rehabilitation
A new Rehabilitation Cost Estimation Tool (RCE Tool) was introduced on 31 October 2025 to enable industry calculate the cost of
Consultation
The Exploration code of practice: Community consultation has been revised to ensure a more ‘outcomes-based’ approach for community