Latest Helium Exploration News

Central Petroleum has amended its sub-salt exploration permit sale, excluding the EP82 permit and retaining Helium Australia Pty Ltd, while anticipating a $4.2 million impairment charge in FY26.

Thor Energy is gearing up for a pivotal 2D seismic survey in mid-2026 at its HY-Range Project, while securing significant funding through divestments of non-core assets, positioning itself for focused hydrogen and helium exploration.

Blue Star Helium has completed mechanical assembly of its Galactica helium facility and is set to begin commissioning this week, aiming for first production by December 2025.

Whitebark Energy’s recent soil gas survey at the Rickerscote Prospect reveals promising signs of natural hydrogen, helium, and a transient methane anomaly, reinforcing the site’s potential as a major energy resource in South Australia’s Officer Basin.

Gold Hydrogen Limited has confirmed elevated levels of natural hydrogen and helium at its Ramsay 3 well, marking a significant step in its 2025 drilling campaign and reinforcing the potential of its South Australian project.

Central Petroleum has agreed to sell its Northern Territory sub-salt exploration permits to Georgina Energy, gaining a 25% equity stake in the helium-focused explorer. The deal refocuses Central on conventional oil and gas while offering shareholders exposure to emerging helium and hydrogen prospects.

Thor Energy reported a transformative quarter with standout natural hydrogen and helium exploration results at its HY-Range Project, alongside significant asset sales that strengthen its financial position.

Prominence Energy has achieved a pivotal milestone with the award of Petroleum Exploration Licence 803 for its Gawler Hydrogen Project, positioning itself as a key player in Australia's emerging natural hydrogen sector. The company also strengthened its leadership team and completed a $1.75 million capital raise to fund its growth ambitions.

Constellation Resources has confirmed the presence of natural hydrogen and helium in its Edmund-Collier project through CSIRO testing, marking a pioneering step in Western Australia's energy exploration landscape.

HyTerra Limited reports encouraging hydrogen and helium gas flows from its McCoy 1 well in Kansas, setting the stage for a production test in 2026.

Noble Helium has refinanced its convertible note facility by securing a $1.46 million loan from a shareholder, simplifying its capital structure and boosting working capital.

Noble Helium Limited remains suspended from trading as it works through legacy issues delaying its 2025 audited Annual Report. The company is collaborating closely with auditors to resolve outstanding matters and aims to lodge the report promptly.