Latest Oil And Gas Exploration News

MEC Resources Ltd has announced a placement of over 359 million new options to raise approximately $359,000, with directors participating to offset fees. The offer comes as the company navigates ongoing legal challenges related to its key PEP-11 permit.

3D Energi has confirmed a promising gas-condensate find at the Essington-1 well using innovative Ora formation testing, marking the technology's Australian debut and setting the stage for further exploration in the Otway Basin.

Invictus Energy updates progress on its AMOG joint venture with Al Mansour Holdings, revealing ongoing negotiations for a significant Qatari ownership stake and deferral of a key placement settlement.

Omega Oil and Gas has secured a significant 19.43% equity interest in Elixir Energy, strengthening its foothold in Queensland’s Taroom Trough ahead of key drilling activities in 2026.

Omega Oil and Gas has secured a significant 19.43% equity interest in Elixir Energy, broadening its footprint in Queensland’s Taroom Trough and positioning itself for near-term exploration catalysts.

88 Energy Limited has expanded its North Slope footprint with 14 new leases near the Prudhoe Bay oilfield, targeting high-quality Ivishak reservoirs and underexplored areas east of the Trans Alaska Pipeline. The company plans seismic reprocessing and a multi-zone exploration well in 2026.

3D Energi Limited has successfully intersected two gas-bearing reservoirs at its Essington-1 exploration well offshore Victoria, with wireline logs confirming moveable hydrocarbons consistent with pre-drill expectations. Upcoming formation testing will determine the commercial potential of these discoveries.

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.

NuEnergy Gas Limited reported a cash outflow for the September quarter, continuing its exploration spend while progressing an early gas sales initiative and preparing for further capital raising.

Xstate Resources has successfully re-listed on the ASX and drilled the Diona-1 well in Queensland, revealing a significant overpressured gas column that could accelerate gas sales by mid-2026.

Key Petroleum Limited is on the cusp of securing critical government approvals for its Queensland projects, bolstered by new major shareholders and strategic board changes that set the stage for accelerated development and diversification.

Omega Oil and Gas has bolstered its balance sheet with a $46 million equity placement and confirmed the strong commercial potential of its Canyon Project, setting the stage for a major appraisal campaign in 2026.