Qld govt to reform mine tenure system

Queensland's government wants to make it easier for miners to get on with their projects by simplifying the state's mine tenure system.

Natural Resources and Mines Minister Anthony Lynham has released a policy paper with proposals to modernise the state's complex system of resource permits, authorities, leases and licenses.

"This is the first time in Queensland a comprehensive review of the whole resources tenure system has been undertaken and it will have real benefits for miners, explorers and landholders," Dr Lynham said on Friday.