Queensland鶹ýӳs gas exploration potential
The recent release of petroleum and gas exploration acreage by the Queensland government could have considerable long-term economic benefits. According to the APPEA, this could boost the state鶹ýӳs reputation as an investment destination.
The government has announced the release of 16 400 km2 of land in Queensland鶹ýӳs north-west and south-west through a non-competitive tender process.
Develop resources
APPEA Chief Operating Officer Eastern Australia, Paul Fennelly, commented: 鶹ýӳThe Queensland Government continues to establish plans that will allow the next generation of the state鶹ýӳs resources to be developed.
鶹ýӳIt clearly recognises that petroleum and gas production is underpinned by exploration that can potentially attract further investment, generate prosperity and create jobs.
Queensland鶹ýӳs economy
鶹ýӳGrowth need not be achieved at the expense of the environment. Queensland鶹ýӳs existing legislative and strict regulatory framework provides certainty for all stakeholders 鶹ýӳ the gas sector, landholders, communities and government 鶹ýӳ highlighting what can be achieved when all stakeholders work together towards the shared goal of growing Queensland鶹ýӳs economy.
鶹ýӳA strong resource exploration sector is the backbone of the petroleum industry.鶹ýӳ
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