Latest Oil And Gas Exploration News

Xstate Resources has secured $2.14 million through its Re-compliance Prospectus offer and is on track to meet ASX conditions for re-listing, with drilling at its Diona Project set to begin in late September.

Invictus Energy's Cabora Bassa Project in Zimbabwe has been officially granted National Project Status, alongside finalising key terms of its Petroleum Production Sharing Agreement, marking a significant step towards commercial gas production.

Hartshead Resources NL has had its trading suspension lifted following a significant announcement about a well carry agreement tied to its P2607 Licence. This development marks a pivotal moment for the company’s exploration prospects.

MEC Resources Ltd has reported a net profit of $207,490 for the 2025 financial year, reversing prior losses, while advancing a significant legal challenge through its investee Advent Energy Ltd and raising $2.6 million via an entitlement offer.

Hartshead Resources has voluntarily suspended trading on the ASX pending a significant announcement about a well carry agreement linked to its P2607 Licence. The suspension is set to last until the announcement or early September.

BPH Energy Limited reported a 49% increase in net profit for FY2025, driven by gains in its energy and biotech investments, while facing a pivotal Federal Court hearing over the renewal of the PEP-11 offshore gas exploration permit.

Invictus Energy has forged a landmark partnership with Al Mansour Holdings, securing a strategic 19.9% stake and up to US$500 million in funding to advance its Cabora Bassa Project and expand into African upstream oil and gas markets.

Omega Oil and Gas confirms the commercial viability of its Canyon Sandstone reservoir in Queensland’s Taroom Trough, with SLB modelling indicating nearly 1 million barrels of oil equivalent per well and significant upside potential.

Anson Resources is leveraging historic diamond core samples to refine flow rate estimates and upgrade its Green River lithium resource, accelerating its path to production.

FAR Limited reported a sharp turnaround to a $1.8 million loss in H1 2025, driven by a $6 million claim from Woodside Energy over its Senegal RSSD Project sale. The company continues negotiations amid volatile oil prices impacting its receivables.

Cue Energy Resources will pay a final dividend of 0.5 cents per share, with Echelon Resources set to receive approximately AUD 1.75 million from its near 50% stake. This payout underscores steady cash flow prospects for Echelon amid ongoing exploration efforts.

Melbana Energy has successfully raised $7 million through a discounted share placement with attaching and bonus options, aiming to finance drilling at its Amistad-2 well and support general corporate needs.