South Australian Current Acts

MINING ACT 1971 - SECT 63P

63P—Negotiating procedure

        (1)         The proponent and native title parties must negotiate in good faith and accordingly explore the possibility of reaching an agreement.

        (2)         However, the obligation to negotiate does not arise if the case is one where a summary determination may be made.

        (3)         If any of the negotiating parties requests the ERD Court to do so, the Court must mediate among the parties to assist in obtaining their agreement.

        (4)         The Minister may (personally or by representative) intervene in negotiations under this Division.