Who is the resources minister? Federal and every state
Current resources ministers for Australia and every state and territory, with office addresses and shadow ministers. Write to any of them online.
Australia has nine parliaments: the federal parliament and one for each state and territory. Each government decides its own ministry, so the resources portfolio has a different name, and sometimes a different minister, in each one. 8 of the nine currently have a minister whose title covers resources. This page lists them, their shadows, and the other ministers who share the work, with addresses from each parliament's official records.
Resources and Mining ministers at a glance
| Parliament | Name | Portfolio | Office mailing address | Write |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Federal | Madeleine KingALP · Member for Brand | Minister for ResourcesAlso: Minister for Northern Australia | PO Box 6022, House of Representatives, Parliament House, Canberra ACT 2600Parliament House | Write |
| New South Wales | Courtney HoussosALP · Member of the Legislative Council | Minister for Natural ResourcesAlso: Minister for Domestic Manufacturing and Government Procurement; Minister for Finance | Parliament House, Macquarie Street, Sydney NSW 2000Parliament House | Write |
| Victoria | Jaclyn SymesALP · Member for Northern Victoria Region | Minister for Energy and ResourcesAlso: Minister for Environment; Minister for Climate Action; Minister for the State Electricity Commission | shop 1/87 Sydney Street, Kilmore VIC 3764Electorate office | Write |
| Queensland | Dale LastLNP · Member for Burdekin | Minister for Natural Resources and MinesAlso: Minister for Manufacturing; Minister for Regional and Rural Development | Shop E, East End Centre, 54-60 Queen Street, Ayr QLD 4807Electorate office | Write |
| Western Australia | Daniel PastorelliALP · Member for Landsdale | Minister for Mines, Petroleum and ExplorationAlso: Minister for Water | PO Box 106, Kingsway WA 6065Electorate office | Write |
| South Australia | Tom KoutsantonisALP · Member for West Torrens | Minister for Energy and MiningAlso: Treasurer; Minister for Public Sector | 229 Henley Beach Road, Torrensville SA 5031Electorate office | Write |
| Tasmania | Felix EllisLIB · Member for Braddon | Minister for Business, Industry and ResourcesAlso: Minister for Innovation, Science and the Digital Economy; Minister for Police, Fire and Emergency Management; Minister for Skills and Jobs | 4/21 Alexandra Road, Ulverstone TAS 7315Electorate office | Write |
| Northern Territory | Gerard MaleyCLP · Member for Nelson | Minister for Mining and EnergyAlso: Deputy Chief Minister; Minister for Agriculture and Fisheries; Minister for Corrections; Minister for Renewables; Minister for Recreational Fishing | PO Box 524, Howard Springs NT 0835Electorate office | Write |
No minister in Australian Capital Territory has resources in their title right now. There, the work usually sits with another minister (see "Also relevant" below), or it isn't a responsibility of that level of government.
Federal addresses are for Parliament House, where portfolio mail should go. State and territory addresses are the minister's electorate office, which passes portfolio mail on.
Names, roles and addresses on this page come from each parliament's official member lists. Data checked 20 October 2026.
Federal or state: who's responsible for resources?
Most minerals on land belong to the states and territories, which grant mining licences and collect royalties, so state resources ministers regulate most mining. The federal resources minister handles offshore petroleum, national resources policy and export approvals.
If you're not sure which level handles your issue, write to your own local member as well. Their office can pass your letter to the right minister.
Resources and Mining ministers by parliament
Federal resources minister
The Minister for Resources in the federal government is Madeleine King (ALP, Member for Brand), who is also Minister for Northern Australia. Write to them at PO Box 6022, House of Representatives, Parliament House, Canberra ACT 2600.
In opposition, Susan McDonald (LNP) is Shadow Minister for Resources.
New South Wales resources minister
The Minister for Natural Resources in New South Wales is Courtney Houssos (ALP, Member of the Legislative Council), who is also Minister for Domestic Manufacturing and Government Procurement and Minister for Finance. Write to them at Parliament House, Macquarie Street, Sydney NSW 2000.
In opposition, Dave Layzell (NAT) is Shadow Minister for Mining and Natural Resources.
Victoria resources minister
The Minister for Energy and Resources in Victoria is Jaclyn Symes (ALP, Member for Northern Victoria Region), who is also Minister for Environment, Minister for Climate Action and Minister for the State Electricity Commission. Write to them at shop 1/87 Sydney Street, Kilmore VIC 3764.
In opposition, David Davis (LIB) is Shadow Minister for Resources.
Queensland resources minister
The Minister for Natural Resources and Mines in Queensland is Dale Last (LNP, Member for Burdekin), who is also Minister for Manufacturing and Minister for Regional and Rural Development. Write to them at Shop E, East End Centre, 54-60 Queen Street, Ayr QLD 4807.
In opposition, Linus Power (ALP) is Shadow Minister for Natural Resources and Mines.
Western Australia resources minister
The Minister for Mines, Petroleum and Exploration in Western Australia is Daniel Pastorelli (ALP, Member for Landsdale), who is also Minister for Water. Write to them at PO Box 106, Kingsway WA 6065.
In opposition, Lachlan Hunter (NAT) is Shadow Minister for Mines, Petroleum and Exploration.
South Australia resources minister
The Minister for Energy and Mining in South Australia is Tom Koutsantonis (ALP, Member for West Torrens), who is also Treasurer and Minister for Public Sector. Write to them at 229 Henley Beach Road, Torrensville SA 5031.
In opposition, Ben Hood (LIB) is Shadow Minister for Energy and Mining.
Tasmania resources minister
The Minister for Business, Industry and Resources in Tasmania is Felix Ellis (LIB, Member for Braddon), who is also Minister for Innovation, Science and the Digital Economy, Minister for Police, Fire and Emergency Management and Minister for Skills and Jobs. Write to them at 4/21 Alexandra Road, Ulverstone TAS 7315.
In opposition, Shane Broad (ALP) is Shadow Minister for Resources. On the crossbench, Tabatha Badger (GRN) is Greens Spokesperson for Mining.
Northern Territory resources minister
The Minister for Mining and Energy in the Northern Territory is Gerard Maley (CLP, Member for Nelson), who is also Deputy Chief Minister, Minister for Agriculture and Fisheries, Minister for Corrections, Minister for Renewables and Minister for Recreational Fishing. Write to them at PO Box 524, Howard Springs NT 0835.
In opposition, Selena Uibo (ALP) is Shadow Minister for Mining and Energy.
Shadow resources ministers and spokespeople
A shadow minister leads the opposition's policy on resources and questions the government in parliament. Write to them when you want an issue raised publicly, or want to know what the alternative government would do. Crossbench spokespeople, such as the Greens in some parliaments, are listed too.
| Parliament | Name | Portfolio | Write |
|---|---|---|---|
| FederalOpposition | Susan McDonaldLNP · Senator for Queensland | Shadow Minister for ResourcesAlso: Shadow Minister for Northern Australia | Write |
| New South WalesOpposition | Dave LayzellNAT · Member for Upper Hunter | Shadow Minister for Mining and Natural ResourcesAlso: Shadow Minister for Racing | Write |
| VictoriaOpposition | David DavisLIB · Member for Southern Metropolitan Region | Shadow Minister for ResourcesAlso: Shadow Minister for Arts and Creative Industries; Shadow Minister for Energy and Emissions Reduction | Write |
| QueenslandOpposition | Linus PowerALP · Member for Logan | Shadow Minister for Natural Resources and Mines | Write |
| Western AustraliaOpposition | Lachlan HunterNAT · Member for Central Wheatbelt | Shadow Minister for Mines, Petroleum and ExplorationAlso: Shadow Minister for Agriculture and Food; Shadow Minister for Racing and Gaming | Write |
| South AustraliaOpposition | Ben HoodLIB · Member of the Legislative Council | Shadow Minister for Energy and MiningAlso: Shadow Treasurer; Shadow Minister for Small and Family Business; Shadow Minister for Industrial Relations and Public Sector | Write |
| TasmaniaOpposition | Shane BroadALP · Member for Braddon | Shadow Minister for ResourcesAlso: Shadow Minister for Building & Construction; Shadow Minister for Consumer Affairs | Write |
| Northern TerritoryOpposition | Selena UiboALP · Member for Arnhem | Shadow Minister for Mining and EnergyAlso: Leader of the Opposition; Shadow Minister for Police; Shadow Minister for Fire and Emergency Services; Shadow Treasurer; Shadow Minister for Cost of Living; Shadow Minister for Trade, Business, and Asian Relations; Shadow Minister for Air Connectivity; Shadow Minister for Defence NT; Shadow Minister for Territory Coordinator; Shadow Minister for Advanced Manufacturing; Shadow Minister for Public Service; Shadow Minister for Aboriginal Affairs; Shadow Minister for Multicultural Affairs; Shadow Minister for Women and Equality | Write |
| TasmaniaCrossbench | Tabatha BadgerGRN · Member for Lyons | Greens Spokesperson for MiningAlso: Greens Spokesperson for National Parks and Public Land; Greens Spokesperson for Police, Fire and Emergency Management; Greens Spokesperson for Prevention of Family Violence; Greens Spokesperson for Primary Industries; Greens Spokesperson for Science and Information Technology; Greens Spokesperson for Skills and Training; Greens Spokesperson for Small Business; Greens Spokesperson for Tourism and Hospitality; Greens Spokesperson for Water | Write |
See every opposition frontbench on the list of shadow ministers.
Also relevant
Assistant ministers, parliamentary secretaries and ministers for closely related areas. If your issue is about one of these areas, they may be the better person to write to, or you can copy them in.
| Parliament | Name | Portfolio | Write |
|---|---|---|---|
| FederalOpposition | Jamie ChaffeyNAT · Member for Parkes | Shadow Assistant Minister for Resources | Write |
| FederalGovernment | Anthony ChisholmALP · Senator for Queensland | Assistant Minister for Resources (Deputy Manager of Government Business in the Senate) | Write |
| VictoriaCrossbench | Ellen SandellGRN · Member for Melbourne | Spokesperson for Gas and Resources | Write |
| QueenslandGovernment | Bryson HeadLNP · Member for Callide | Assistant Minister for Regional Development, Resources and Critical Minerals | Write |
| South AustraliaGovernment | Lawrence BenALP · Member for Enfield | Assistant Minister for Copper, Steel, Critical Metals and Minerals | Write |
| Northern TerritoryOpposition | Manuel BrownALP · Member for Arafura | Shadow Minister for Water Resources | Write |
| Northern TerritoryGovernment | Josh BurgoyneCLP · Member for Braitling | Minister for Water Resources | Write |
How to address a letter to a minister
Address the envelope to the minister by name and title, then their office address. Inside, open with Dear Minister. Only write "The Hon" if the minister holds that title; some state ministers do not. The address blocks on each politician page already use the right form. For more detail, see how to address a letter to an MP.
The Hon Madeleine King MP
PO Box 6022
House of Representatives, Parliament House
Canberra ACT 2600
Dear Ms King,
- Keep to one issue, and say exactly which program, service or decision you mean.
- Say what you want the minister to do, in one sentence.
- Include your full postal address so the office can reply.
- A short personal story carries more weight than statistics the department already has.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is the federal resources minister?+
The Hon Madeleine King MP (ALP) is the Minister for Resources in the federal government, and also Minister for Northern Australia.
Who is the resources minister in New South Wales?+
The Hon Courtney Houssos MLC (ALP) is the Minister for Natural Resources in New South Wales, and also Minister for Domestic Manufacturing and Government Procurement and Minister for Finance.
Who is the resources minister in Victoria?+
Ms Jaclyn Symes MLC (ALP) is the Minister for Energy and Resources in Victoria, and also Minister for Environment, Minister for Climate Action and Minister for the State Electricity Commission.
Who is the resources minister in Queensland?+
The Hon Dale Last MP (LNP) is the Minister for Natural Resources and Mines in Queensland, and also Minister for Manufacturing and Minister for Regional and Rural Development.
Who is the resources minister in Western Australia?+
The Hon Daniel Pastorelli MLA (ALP) is the Minister for Mines, Petroleum and Exploration in Western Australia, and also Minister for Water.
Who is the resources minister in South Australia?+
The Hon Tom Koutsantonis MP (ALP) is the Minister for Energy and Mining in South Australia, and also Treasurer and Minister for Public Sector.
Who is the resources minister in Tasmania?+
The Hon Felix Ellis MP (LIB) is the Minister for Business, Industry and Resources in Tasmania, and also Minister for Innovation, Science and the Digital Economy, Minister for Police, Fire and Emergency Management and Minister for Skills and Jobs.
Who is the resources minister in the Northern Territory?+
The Hon Gerard Maley MLA (CLP) is the Minister for Mining and Energy in the Northern Territory, and also Deputy Chief Minister, Minister for Agriculture and Fisheries and Minister for Corrections.
Who is the shadow resources minister?+
Federally, Senator Susan McDonald (LNP) is the Shadow Minister for Resources. Oppositions in 8 of Australia's nine parliaments have a shadow minister covering resources, all listed on this page.
Should I write to the federal or state resources minister?+
Most minerals on land belong to the states and territories, which grant mining licences and collect royalties, so state resources ministers regulate most mining. The federal resources minister handles offshore petroleum, national resources policy and export approvals.
How do I contact the resources minister?+
Write a letter. Address the envelope to the minister by name and title, followed by their office address, and open with "Dear Minister". Federal ministers can be written to at Parliament House, Canberra ACT 2600. State and territory ministers can be written to at their electorate office, which passes portfolio mail on to their ministerial office.