January 2024

Initial Advice

Meet with the department to outline plans for a new MID application. 

January - February 2025

Engagement Activity

Pre-Lodgement Consultation

Share initial project plans with Council, stakeholders and community members. 

October 2025

Lodge Proposal

Submit the plans for supporting documents to the Minister for first assessment

November - December 2025

Engagement Activity

Formal Consultation

Share official application documents and proposal plans with stakeholders and community members. 

December 2025 - January 2026

Response to submissions

Make any necessary changes from consultation and Ministers first assessment and lodge any amended documents. 

TBC

Decision

Minister decides to approve or refuse the application