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New web addresses for Permit Webmaps and Geodata Map
The Minerals Permit Webmap, Petroleum Permit Webmap and Geodata Map are now available for use with updated web addresses.
Crown Minerals Amendment Act 2025 now law
The Crown Minerals Amendment Act 2025 was enacted on 5 August 2025 and is now law.
Proposal to publish Crown Minerals Act 1991 Programmes' material online
The Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment (MBIE) is seeking submissions on a proposal to publish material online for the Crown Minerals Act 1991 Programmes. Submissions close 5 August 2025.
Regulator’s Update — July 2025
Welcome to this issue of the Regulator’s Update – a newsletter from the Ministry of Business, Innovation & Employment (MBIE) for permit holders and other people interested in the work of New Zealand Petroleum & Minerals (NZP&M).
Gas data released
New figures released today showing a decline in New Zealand’s gas reserves is a stark reminder why the Government is taking decisive action to bolster the industry and seek more investment in exploration and production, Resources Minister Shane Jones says.