Legislation and regulations
The role of Earth Resources Regulation is to ensure there is safe, sustainable and efficient minerals exploration, mining and quarrying in Victoria.
Legislation
The role of the regulator is to uphold the rules governing earth resources activities n Victoria to protect communities and the environment.
Compliance and enforcement
Earth Resources Regulation’s Authorised Officers regularly visit resources sites to ensure operators are meeting the responsibilities of their licence under Victoria’s resources legislation.
Guidelines and codes of practice
The regulator has prepared simple guidelines and codes of practice documents to help you understand and meet your responsibilities.
Regulator performance reporting
Earth Resources Regulation regularly publishes performance information which is made available through reports and an interactive dashboard.
Regulation review and reform
Earth Resources Regulation is committed to improving Victoria’s our regulatory system to ensure activities remain appropriate and consistent with best practice.
Victorian Mining Register
The register holds mining, exploration, prospecting and retention licence documents, including approved work plans, work plan variations and rehabilitation bonds.
Extractive industries rehabilitation
Guidance for industry on how to prepare a quarry rehabilitation plan.
Victorian Mining Warden
The Mining Warden is an independent statutory office holder appointed by the Governor. The Mining Warden investigates and attempts to resolve disputes.