Latest Drilling And Production News

Po Valley Energy Limited reported steady gas production and strong cashflows from its Podere Maiar-1 facility during the December 2025 quarter, while completing a major 3D geophysical survey to support future development.

Loyal Metals has confirmed a large, thick, near-surface copper-gold-silver mineralised zone at its Highway Reward project, alongside a new zinc-rich polymetallic discovery, signalling a potential shift to bulk-minable resources.

Central Petroleum has secured strategic interests in the Cooper and Otway Basins through binding agreements with ADX Energy, setting the stage for a multi-million dollar expansion and planned drilling campaigns in 2026 and 2027.

Resources & Energy Group Limited has raised $2 million to fund drilling and production expansion at its East Menzies Gold Project, following a year of significant operational milestones.

Elixir Energy secures $16.6 million in a capital raise led by Omega Oil and Gas, unlocking Phase-2 of its strategic plan to define reserves in Queensland’s Taroom Trough. This funding accelerates appraisal drilling and production testing, positioning Elixir for a pivotal year ahead.

Brightstar Resources outlines a bold growth strategy targeting over 200,000 ounces of annual gold production by 2029, leveraging its Western Australian assets and aggressive drilling programs. The company’s recent feasibility studies and acquisitions position it as a rising gold producer in the region.

State Gas Limited has independently certified a maiden 2P gas reserve of 30.2 petajoules at its Rolleston West Project, establishing a solid foundation for a pipeline-connected gas development aimed at the east coast market.

Melbana Energy has begun mobilisation for drilling the Amistad-11 well in Cuba’s Block 9, aiming to restore and improve production after formation damage impacted a key well.

Jade Gas Holdings has signed a non-binding Letter of Intent with Chinese partner Langrun for up to A$70 million in non-dilutive financing to fast-track its Red Lake LNG project in Mongolia. This deal could significantly advance drilling, production, and gas processing operations.

Elixir Energy has received a $3.861 million R&D tax refund, providing crucial funding for its upcoming Taroom Trough appraisal drilling and production testing programs.

Key Petroleum Limited is on the cusp of securing critical government approvals for its Queensland projects, bolstered by new major shareholders and strategic board changes that set the stage for accelerated development and diversification.

State Gas Limited is on the cusp of securing its first 2P Reserve certification for the Rolleston West Project, while progressing its innovative High Density Natural Gas technology despite financial and operational hurdles.