Purpose
The Mining Warden is established under the Mineral Resources (Sustainable Development) Act 1990: to attempt to arbitrate or settle disputes that may arise under the Mineral Resources (Sustainable Development) Act 1990 (such disputes may be between a licensee or applicant, the holder of a Miners Right, the Department, a member of the public or a landowner); make recommendations to the Minister for Resources in relation to any dispute that has been brought before him; and investigate and report on any matter referred to him by the Minister or Departmental Secretary.