Latest Gas Market News

Explorers led the Materials tape as fresh drill stories and new ground deals pulled buyers into small caps. Big miners still delivered, but the loudest moves came from companies offering investors a near-term catalyst.

Galilee Energy has launched an offer of up to 464 million new options to participants in its recent $6.5 million placement, aiming to bolster exploration funding and working capital. The options, exercisable at $0.011 each over three years, come amid significant operational and market risks.

Tamboran Resources has appointed Todd Abbott as CEO and made significant progress in drilling and infrastructure development in the Beetaloo Basin, aiming for first gas sales in the third quarter of 2026.

Omega Oil and Gas has secured a substantial new 750 square kilometre acreage in Queensland’s Taroom Trough, forming a powerful joint venture with Tri-Star and Beach Energy to accelerate exploration and appraisal in 2026.

Beach Energy’s FY26 half-year results reveal steady sales volumes and a robust ramp-up at the Waitsia Gas Plant, supported by strong LNG cargo revenues and disciplined cost management.

3D Energi has reported significant gas discoveries at Essington-1 and Charlemont-1 wells in the Otway Basin, reinforcing its strategy to supply local gas to Australia's east coast. However, the company faces funding challenges that have led to a temporary trading suspension.

Hartshead Resources NL has entered a binding agreement to be acquired by ACAM for approximately A$40 million, offering shareholders a 133% premium and certainty amid UK gas project risks. The deal advances development of the P2607 gas fields with strong backing from partners and regulators.

Lakes Blue Energy has completed drilling and begun production testing at its Wombat-5 well, while progressing plans for proof-of-concept drilling at the Portland Energy Project targeting up to 1 trillion cubic feet of gas.

Conrad Asia Energy has locked in a transformative farm-in and financing deal for its flagship Mako gas field, setting the stage for first gas in late 2027. The company also resolved historic disputes, strengthening its position in Indonesia’s growing gas market.

Central Petroleum has secured a letter of intent for a long-term gas supply contract through 2034 and expanded its exploration portfolio into the Otway and Cooper Basins, setting the stage for multiple new wells and production growth.

Comet Ridge is set to consolidate 100% ownership of the Mahalo Gas Project, securing key environmental approvals and advancing engineering design and funding efforts to boost east coast gas supply.

Strike Energy reports steady progress on its South Erregulla gas power project, while optimising Walyering production and maintaining strong liquidity. The company navigates market conditions with a strategic reduction in output and plans for upcoming drilling activities.