(1) This section applies until--
(a) if the approval is given--the geothermal permit holder is given notice of the approval; or
(b) if the approval is refused--the refusal takes effect.
(2) Despite the ending of the program period for the current work program for the geothermal permit--
(a) the geothermal permit is taken to have a work program; and
(b) the holder may carry out any authorised activity for the geothermal permit.