Latest Unconventional Gas News

Comet Ridge Limited has obtained federal environmental approval for its Mahalo North natural gas project, paving the way for expanded development in Queensland’s Bowen Basin. This milestone complements recent ownership consolidation and state approvals, positioning the company to boost east coast gas supply.

Omega Oil and Gas has inked a binding Letter of Intent with Helmerich & Payne for a cutting-edge drilling rig to spearhead its expansive 2026/27 Taroom Trough appraisal program, aiming to unlock significant unconventional gas and liquids resources.

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.

NuEnergy Gas Limited has completed drilling three wells and commenced initial gas sales at its Tanjung Enim PSC in Indonesia, marking a key step toward full-scale production. Regulatory approvals and commercial agreements are advancing, positioning the company for growth in the unconventional gas sector.

Xstate Resources has significantly upgraded its Prospective Resource estimate for the Diona Block in Queensland, revealing substantial Basin Centred Gas potential that could reshape the project’s outlook.

Xstate Resources reports a significant overpressured gas column at its Diona-1 well in Queensland, hinting at a potentially large unconventional gas resource. Drilling continues with further data acquisition pending.

Omega Oil and Gas has raised A$46 million through a strongly oversubscribed institutional placement, positioning the company to advance its Canyon Project and expand its footprint in Queensland’s Taroom Trough. The capital injection will fund a 2026 drilling program and strategic partnerships amid looming east coast gas supply shortfalls.

NuEnergy Gas Limited has obtained government approval to sell 1 MMSCFD of coal bed methane gas in Indonesia, marking a pivotal step in its transition to production and supporting the country’s energy security goals.

Tamboran Resources Corporation advances its Beetaloo Basin gas project with record well flow rates and strategic partnerships, targeting initial production by mid-2026. The company is also progressing a farmout for Phase 2 acreage amid rising East Coast gas demand.

Bass Oil reported steady oil production in July alongside progress in acquiring the Vanessa gas field and advancing deep coal commercialisation efforts.

Tamboran Resources’ Shenandoah South 2H sidetrack well has achieved a record 90-day average gas flow rate in the Beetaloo Basin, maintaining stable production and advancing the company’s multi-well drilling campaign.

Jade Gas Holdings reports steady progress at its Red Lake Gas Field with both wells performing as expected, targeting first gas production within the current quarter.