(1)  An operator must notify the Minister, in writing, within 7 days after –

(a) the appointment of an agent of the operator, in relation to the petroleum activity, and the contact details of the agent; or

(b) any change of agent; or

(c) any change of name (where there is no change of identity) or contact details of the operator or the operator’s agent.

(2)  The operator must include, in any submission to the Minister under Part 2 , the contact details of the operator or the operator’s agent.

(3)  An operator, at all times after operations for the petroleum activity have commenced, must maintain, and ensure that the Minister has notice of –

(a) an address for the operator, for communications on matters relating to the petroleum activity; and

(b) a facsimile number, or electronic mail address, within Australia at which a request for records may be made under regulation 36 .

Penalty:  Fine not exceeding 40 penalty units.