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Expressions of interest are now open for companies who wish to explore in NSW for gas

Interested parties for petroleum exploration licences are invited to make applications for competitive selection across two regions in the state's Far West – the Bancannia and Pondie Range Troughs.

Applications for the expressions of interest are now open and will close on Friday, 31 July 2026. 

Read further information on release areas, guidelines and how to submit an EOI

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