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licences, and two prospecting licences valid for different areas throughout the territory. They were mainly controlled by individuals or small mining companies.
The Superintendent of Mines grants mine-blasting certificates and examines export licences for minerals mined locally. He is respon- sible for assessing royalties on mineral sales, at a rate of 5 per cent of value, and for issuing demand notes for royalties, rents, premia, and fees for licences and leases. The Mines Department also inspects mining areas and surveys land affected by applications for licences.
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