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Pancontinental Energy has won a crucial 12-month extension for its PEL 87 offshore Namibia exploration licence, enabling further seismic analysis and drilling preparations. This extension keeps the project on track as the company seeks a farmin partner to advance exploration.

3D Energi Limited has received a formal buy-out notice from ConocoPhillips to acquire its 20% interest in the VIC/P79 exploration permit, marking a critical juncture in the Otway Phase 1 project.

Woodside Energy has appointed Elizabeth Westcott as its new CEO and Managing Director, confirming leadership continuity amid key growth projects. Westcott’s extensive industry experience and performance-linked incentives underscore Woodside’s focus on sustainable value creation.

Macallum New Energy has begun a pioneering six-week 3D seismic survey using low-impact GeoPulse technology in Western Australia’s North Perth Basin, aiming to unlock promising natural gas prospects.

Strike Energy has announced a 19% increase in its 2P gas reserves at the West Erregulla field, now standing at 251 PJ net to the company, alongside promising upgrades at Erregulla Deep and new resource prospects across its Perth Basin licences.

Contact Energy's February 2026 report reveals rising electricity and gas sales, improved generation efficiency, and robust hydro storage, underpinning a stable financial outlook for FY26.

Stonehorse Energy's Drumheller #1 well in Alberta outperforms expectations, prompting accelerated drilling of wells #2, #3, and #4 with production slated for Q2 2026.

Vintage Energy launches a $2.1 million entitlement offer to fund critical oil prospect evaluations and install a permanent connection to the Odin gas field, aiming to cut operating costs and advance drilling plans.

Triangle Energy is set to spin out its Philippine oil and gas assets into a new ASX-listed company, Tetragon Energy, offering shareholders direct exposure to promising Asian resources.

BPH Global is expanding its seaweed biomass research to develop renewable biofuels like biohydrogen and biocrude, aiming to carve out a sustainable alternative to fossil fuels in energy and transport sectors.

Elixir Energy has marked a pivotal step in developing Queensland’s Taroom Trough gas resource with the successful drilling of the Lorelle-3 well and ambitious appraisal plans set for 2026. Positioned near key infrastructure and backed by major players, the company is poised to accelerate commercialisation efforts in this emerging energy hub.

Bass Oil Limited has raised $3 million through a well-supported share placement to fund key projects including the Vanessa gas field acquisition and Indonesian oil drilling, positioning itself for a 2026 entry into the East Coast Gas Market.