(1)  The Minister must renew a well driller's licence that is otherwise about to expire if satisfied that the licensee –

(a) has paid a prescribed licence renewal fee; and

(b) has paid all fees and charges payable under the licence; and

(c) has complied with the licence during the expiring term; and

(d) has or satisfies any prescribed competencies.

(2)  If the Minister is not satisfied as required under subsection (1) , the Minister may –

(a) refuse to renew the licence; or

(b) renew the licence subject to conditions.

(3)  If the licence is renewed, with or without conditions, the Minister is to notify the licensee accordingly.

(4)  If the licence is renewed, it must be renewed for a 5-year period unless –

(a) the licensee requests a shorter term; or

(b) by reason of special or changed circumstances, the Minister determines that the renewal should be for a shorter term.

(5)  If subsection (2)(a) applies, the Minister is to notify the licensee as soon as practicable of –

(a) the refusal; and

(b) the reasons for the refusal; and

(c) any rights of review or appeal under Part 14 .