Latest Bowen Basin News

Elixir Energy and APA Group have partnered to assess the optimal pipeline route for gas from the Lorelle pilot project to Queensland’s Wallumbilla Gas Hub, aiming to support future development decisions.

Yari Minerals has unveiled an updated investor presentation highlighting its 222.9Mt Rolleston South Coal Project in Queensland’s Bowen Basin, aiming to expand its resource base and secure joint ventures with major operators.

State Gas Limited has decided against proceeding with the sale of its High Density Natural Gas Pilot Plant after failing to finalise terms, while its R&D tax incentive claim remains under extended review by the ATO.

Elixir Energy has successfully completed its Teelba 2D seismic survey in Queensland’s Taroom Trough, acquiring critical data that could underpin a new contingent gas-condensate resource.

QPM Energy Limited has announced a substantial upgrade to its Moranbah Gas Project reserves and resources, now certified at over 1,000 petajoules, positioning the company as a key player in Queensland’s evolving gas and electricity markets.

QMines Limited's latest deep drilling at Mount Mackenzie reveals multiple high-grade gold, silver, and copper zones, with geological signs pointing to a potential porphyry copper-gold system at depth.

Elixir Energy has begun mobilisation for a three-week 2D seismic campaign across its highly prospective acreage in Queensland’s Taroom Trough, aiming to advance gas resource appraisal and meet farm-in commitments with Santos.

Yari Minerals has validated the high quality of coal at its Rolleston South project, revealing low ash and sulphur levels that promise strong market appeal and underpin a substantial resource base.

Elixir Energy has successfully drilled the Lorelle-3 pilot well to 3,580 metres in Queensland’s Taroom Trough, intersecting multiple Permian hydrocarbon reservoirs including a thick section of the primary Tinowon ‘Dunk’ Sandstone. Wireline logging and upcoming stimulation tests aim to confirm commercial gas flow potential.

Elixir Energy has reached 2,320 metres in the Lorelle-3 appraisal well and is preparing to drill the reservoir section targeting the Dunk member of the Tinowon Sandstone, with flow testing planned before mid-2026.

Yari Minerals has announced a maiden JORC Indicated Coal Resource of approximately 33.7 million tonnes at its Rolleston South Coal Project, boosting the total coal resource by 17% to around 223 million tonnes. The discovery of shallow coal seams and ongoing quality testing highlight the project's growing potential.

Bowen Coking Coal maintained steady production in the December quarter despite ongoing administration and a challenging market, though rising costs and a 12% sales dip highlight operational pressures.