There have been reports of illegal mining on mineral title EL31774 located on the Cox Peninsular Rd.

Under the Mineral Titles Act 2010 (MTA), if you are intending to fossick for gold on a granted EL you must obtain the written consent of the titleholder, if they are actively conducting authorised activities on that land.

It is an offence under the MTA to enter land requiring consent, without first obtaining that consent. This offence is subject to a maximum penalty of $12,560.

Authorised Officers from the department will be regularly visiting this area during the dry season. To avoid the risk of prosecution, please ensure that you have on your person the relevant documents outlined at Regulation 108 on the Mineral Titles Regulations.