Shale

Shale less attractive for future investment: BHP

The Australian reports that Mr Mackenzie believes the shale gas revolution will not be as widespread as initially thought when it launched a $A25 billion investment in the US sector, and at the time shifting
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Baraka moves to increase northern acreage

The move follows discussions with PetroFrontier and Statoil Australia Theta B.V., after both companies elected to withdraw from the permit due to insufficient hydrocarbons
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Fraccing banned in Tasmania for five years

Tasmanian Minister for Resources Paul Harriss said the government supports exploration for resources such as shale gas or petroleum without the use of fraccing “Exploration
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Inquiry report supports NT fraccing

The report of the independent inquiry, commissioned by the NT Government, recommends that the environmental risks associated with hydraulic fracturing can be managed effectively
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Armour increases QLD tenement position

“Being awarded preferred tenderer status for these new tenements is an exciting development for the company as it increases the company’s exposure to the
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Industry welcomes WA EPA shale guidelines

APPEA Chief Operating Officer Western Region Stedman Ellis said the EPA has outlined a pragmatic and responsible approach to the approval of more advanced
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