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In forceCEO may request information on wells
Part 10General
93 CEO may request information on wells
(1)
If the CEO is of the opinion that underground water in an area may be contaminated, the CEO may, by written notice given to an owner or occupier of land situated within the area, require the provision of information as to —
(a)
the existence of a well on that land; or
(b)
the taking of underground water from under that land.
(2)
In subsection (1) —
well means an opening in the ground made or used to obtain underground water.
(3)
A person from whom information is required under subsection (1) must supply that information in writing to the CEO within the time specified in the notice.
Penalty: $50 000, and a daily penalty of $10 000.
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