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Offshore Renewable Energy Bill

Preliminary provisions

9: Describing geodetic position

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"How to describe the exact location of areas at sea using official mapping rules."

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When this new law is in place, you will need to describe the location of certain areas or zones in a specific way. You must use the official geodetic datum that the Surveyor-General has approved at the time. You will also need to follow any other requirements that are set out in the regulations that accompany this law.

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This page was last updated on 29 June 2025

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8: Area of application, or

"Where this law about offshore renewable energy applies"

10: Outline of this Part, or

"What this part of the law is about: offshore energy permits and protecting equipment"

Part 1Preliminary provisions

9Describing geodetic position

For the purposes of this Act, a permit area, safety zone, or other relevant point, line, or area must be described—
using the official geodetic datum for the time being approved by the Surveyor-General; and
in accordance with any requirements prescribed by the regulations.