Can you fossick in creeks Qld?
The fossicking and General Permission areas open to the public for day use are: Clermont, Thanes Creek fossicking area, Deep Creek fossicking, Talgai State Forest fossicking, Durikai State Forest fossicking / GPA, Young’s Block GPA and Bar-Burrum.
Where can I fossick for gems in Qld?
Fossicking in Queensland
- Willows designated fossicking land.
- Glenalva fossicking area.
- Middle Ridge fossicking area.
- Big Bessie fossicking area.
- Graves Hill fossicking area.
- Tomahawk Creek fossicking area.
- Sapphire/Rubyvale designated fossicking land.
Can you use a gold sluice in Queensland?
Fossicking is a regulated activity in Queensland and requires a fossicking licence. Licences are not required at tourist mines and similar sites that charge a fee for entry. You also don’t need a fossicking licence to hunt for treasure or lost items using a metal detector.
Can you fossick in state forest Qld?
Fossicking is not permitted in national parks, conservation parks, wildlife reserves, state forests and state timber reserves.
What happens if I find gold on my property Qld?
Your finds Minerals are the property of the Crown. If you discover gold or other minerals or gemstones on land not covered by a mining tenement, and the ground is Crown land (under the Mining Act 1978), then you are free to keep what you have found (as long as you hold a Miner’s Right).
Are there diamonds in Queensland?
Currently, diamond exploration is still relatively active in northern Queensland, especially in the Cape York goldfields region.
Where can I go gold detecting in Qld?
Fossicking in Queensland
- Chinchilla petrified wood localities.
- Thanes Creek fossicking area.
- Deep Creek fossicking area.
- Talgai State Forest fossicking area.
- Swipers Gully topaz locality.
- Durikai State Forest fossicking area.
How much is a fossicking Licence in Queensland?
Fossicking licence fees
| Period | Individual | Family |
|---|---|---|
| 1 month | $8.80 excl. GST | $12.60 excl. GST |
| 6 months | $33.40 excl. GST | $42.85 excl. GST |
| 1 year | $56.25 excl. GST | $75.15 excl. GST |