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Fossicking in Queensland

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Fossicking areas in Queensland

  • Capricorn region
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Creating new fossicking areas

Find out how we determine a new area for fossicking in Queensland.

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Contact us for any fossicking enquiry.

Fossicking rules and licences

A fossicking licence is required in Queensland. Make sure you follow the fossicking rules and observe the basic principles of safe fossicking.

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