Latest Amadeus Basin News

Echelon Resources (ASX:ECH) reported a 341% jump in net profit to A$28.2 million for FY26, driven by stronger gas prices and a A$12.1 million gain from its exit of Cue Energy. The group also repaid A$37 million of debt, leaving it well positioned for upcoming gas drilling at Palm Valley.

Horizon Oil Limited delivered record FY26 production of 2.15 million barrels of oil equivalent and expanded its reserves by 51% to 13.6 million boe, driven by strategic acquisitions and disciplined capital management.

Horizon Oil has delivered a record FY26 production of 2.15 million barrels of oil equivalent and expanded its footprint to five countries following the Cue Energy takeover. The company’s diversified portfolio and disciplined capital management underpin a robust growth pipeline through 2028.

Echelon Resources has finalised its divestment of Cue Energy shares, boosting cash and cutting debt, while progressing key drilling and gas supply agreements.

Central Petroleum lifted March quarter sales revenue to $11.3 million, driven by higher gas volumes and prices, while securing a significant multi-year gas supply deal with the Northern Territory Government that supports a 40% production capacity increase at Palm Valley.

Echelon Resources' Palm Valley Joint Venture has locked in a gas supply agreement with the Northern Territory government, enabling drilling of two new wells to restore production capacity by mid-2026.

Bubalus Resources has streamlined its project portfolio and cut corporate costs, sharpening its focus on priority gold and critical minerals assets in Victoria and the Northern Territory.

Tali Resources has unveiled three fresh copper and critical mineral prospects at its West Arunta Project, signalling a significant expansion of its exploration pipeline in Western Australia. The company is gearing up for a 2026 drilling campaign to test these promising targets.

High Peak Royalties has completed the transfer of its Torrens Energy geothermal assets to NorthStar Energy, receiving 12.5 million shares valued at A$2 million and retaining ongoing royalties. The company also reported steady royalty receipts and a key board change in its December 2025 quarterly update.

Echelon Resources reported a slight dip in production but secured long-term gas sales contracts extending to 2034 and plans four new development wells in the Amadeus Basin. The company also reduced its debt by A$7 million, maintaining financial flexibility for growth.

Horizon Oil and its joint venture partners have signed a binding Letter of Intent with Northern Territory’s Power and Water Corporation to fast-track drilling of two new wells at Mereenie, aiming to secure long-term gas supply agreements through 2034.

Central Petroleum has signed a binding Letter of Intent with Northern Territory's Power and Water Corporation to fast-track drilling of four wells and establish long-term gas supply agreements through 2034.