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Mining and Rehabilitation Programs (MARPs)

To comply with lease conditions and Regulation 42 (b) (1) of the Mining Act 1971, a Mining and Rehabilitation Program (MARP) is required to be submitted and approved by the Minister before mining may commence.

All activities in connection with mining (exploration, ore extraction and processing, transport etc) can impact (both positively and negatively) on the surrounding environment. The extent of those impacts depends on the nature, size, location, duration of the operations, and sensitivity of the receiving environment. Good planning and management of a mine are essential to mitigate any potential negative impacts.

The MARP sets out an integrated approach to managing all the stages in the life cycle of the mine, including its closure and completion.

The main role of PIRSA is to assess the draft MARP, to ensure that appropriate environmental standards (objectives) for operation of the lease are set and that the appropriate strategies and procedures are in place to operate the lease in a way that will meet those standards. In setting appropriate standards, PIRSA will consult with all persons likely to be directly affected by the proposed operation. PIRSA also have an obligation to provide an assurance to the public generally that the environmental standards are being met.

Guidelines for preparing a MARP

PIRSA has prepared guidelines to assist with the process of preparing a Mining and Rehabilitation Program (MARP).
Preparation of a Mining Lease Proposal or Mining and Rehabilitation Program (.pdf ~820kb)

MARPs for extractive operations

All Extractive Mineral Leases (EMLs) must be operated in accordance with a Mining and Rehabilitation Program (MARP) approved by the Minister.
Regulatory Guideline No. 6 Preparation of a Mining and Rehabilitation Program (MARP) (Extractive Mineral Operations) (.pdf 429kb) applies to surface quarrying operations authorised under Extractive Mineral Leases (EMLs) and associated Miscellaneous Purposes Licences (MPLs).

Feedback on draft MARPs

PIRSA are able to provide informal feedback on drafts of your MARP before formal submission. Submissions that closely follow these guidelines will be expedited through our approval process and avoid requests to you for further information.

For further assistance and advice, please contact:

PIRSA - Mining Regulation and Rehabilitation Branch
GPO Box 1671
ADELAIDE SA 5001
Phone: (08) 8463 3112
Email: pirsa.minerals@saugov.sa.gov.au

Important Note

The MARP is a legal document and failure to comply with the contents of the approved MARP is a breach of the Mining Act and Regulations. It always remains your responsibility to meet all lease conditions, environmental objectives, and any applicable legislation.