Where can I gold prospect in Tasmania?

Fossicking Areas in Tasmania

• Coal Hill fossicking area.
• Colebrook Hill fossicking area.
• Gladstone Hill fossicking area.
• Killiecrankie Bay fossicking area.
• Lord Brassey Mine fossicking area.
• Lune River fossicking area.
• Magnet Mine fossicking area.
• Penguin fossicking area.

Where is the best place to find gold Tasmania?

The northeastern parts of Tasmania, Alberton, Mathinna, Mangana and Warentinna in particular, are the primary gold producing areas. Although both the Lisle District and Savage river have yielded small nuggets, most of the gold in Tasmania comes from quartz reefing.

Do you need a licence to prospect for gold in Tasmania?

Both ‘prospecting’ and ‘fossicking’ require a Miner’s Right. TAS A prospecting licence in Tasmania allows the holder to conduct fossicking activities for rock and mineral specimens outside of the declared fossicking areas. These areas and activities are subject to the Mineral Resources Development Act 1995 .

Do you need a permit to metal detect in Tasmania?

TAS: a Prospectors licence is required to fossick outside of the declared fossicking areas in Tasmania, the licence fee is $30.40.

Can diamonds be found in Tasmania?

All verified Tasmanian diamonds have come from the northwest part of the state. Most of these were found in the goldfields around Corinna, as well as Harvey Creek, closer to Savage River mine.

Can gold be found in Tasmania?

Gold-bearing deposits are relatively common in Tasmania (fig. I), with over 1260 recorded on the MIRLOCH database of Tasmanian mineral deposits, approximately half of these occurring as quartz veins in the Mathinna Beds of northeastern Tasmania.

Can I metal detect in Tasmania?

Metal detecting in reserves is illegal The law in Tasmania at the time of writing says that having a metal detector inside a reserve is illegal, even inside reserves that allow prospecting. (b) have a metal detector in possession in a public reserve.

Are there rubies in Tasmania?

Ruby: the red chromian variety of corundum. This has been reported from tin workings of northeast Tasmania, although some may really be zircon or garnet. This mineral occurs as attractive red crystals, usually kept as specimens but sometimes cut as non-durable gemstones.

What gemstones can you find in Tasmania?

Tasmania’s west coast is known for its rugged, rocky coastline and hidden among the landscape are minerals that can make beautiful gemstones. Quartz, crocoite, topaz and sapphire can be found scattered across the state but jade is less common.

Do you need a fossicking licence in Tasmania?

Prospecting Licence – Tasmania You will need this licence if you intend to prospect on land outside of a declared fossicking area. Permissible fossicking activities include: the collection of rock, mineral, water or soil samples by hand.

Do you pay tax on gold you find in Australia?

Metal Detecting for gold is classed as a hobby and not a business (i.e as in gold mining for a living or as a business) therefore it is not taxable.

Can I keep gold found on my property?

If you did happen to find a large gold deposit on your property and do not own the mineral rights, don’t fear. You do still own the property at least from the ground up. The mineral rights owner cannot simply come and remove you and dig up your property.

What happens if you find treasure on public land?

State Laws For example, California law requires that anybody who finds property worth $100 or more, and the owner is unknown, must turn the property over to the local police.

Can you pan for gold in Tasmania?

Tasmania has a reputation as a mediocre place to detect for gold. We have a reputation for scarce nuggets and for being a place place where only fine gold can be found. However, gold nuggets larger than once ounce in size have been found in most of our goldfields.

Is there still gold in Tasmania?

The Henty (opened in 1990) and Beaconsfield Mines are Tasmania’s only large operating gold mines, but considerable amounts of gold are also recovered as by-products of some other mines (especially Mount Lyell and Rosebery). Further reading: H Julen, A history of goldmining on the Tasmanian west coast, Launceston, 1981.

How much does it cost to prospect for gold in Tasmania?

Because of this, Mineral Resources Tasmania will tell you that you need to get a prospecting licence, which costs $30 per year, and gives you permission to look around. Keep in mind that, in Tasmania, the mines department is of the opinion that you will NOT OWN any gold or minerals you find, even after you purchase a prospecting licence.

How do I find out where to prospect in Tasmania?

The link should lead to a map of Tasmania overlain by blue, red and yellow layers. In the search box at the top of the screen enter a street, river, landmark or area close to where you are interested in prospecting. Press Enter or click the magnifying glass icon.

Where are the gold mines located in Tasmania?

The Town is located in north Tasmania. It is quite close to the large city of Launceston, only 40 kilometers away. A road leads from the town to the coast. It is a quiet area with small rolling hills, slopes and valleys. The mines are 60 meters above sea level. The land is drained by many creeks.

Where is the last goldfield in Tasmania?

This was the last goldfield to be discovered in the State, and became a part of the Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park, and is nowadays part of the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area. Every other major goldfield in Tasmania is open to prospecting (provided you get permissions organised, if needed).