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Plans lodged for Bannaby power station

Fri, 20 January 2012 Snowy Hydro has lodged plans for its proposed Bannaby Power Station, which includes a 23–29 km gas pipeline, to the New South Wales Department of Planning and Infrastructure.

First Mortlake unit goes to market

Thu, 19 January 2012 The first of two units at Origin Energy’s 550 MW gas-fired Mortlake Power Station is now available to be dispatched into the Victorian electricity market.

Metgasco hits first sale jackpot with Casino

Mon, 16 January 2012 Metgasco has entered into its first gas sale agreement from its Casino Gas Project in PEL 16, northern New South Wales.

New Zealand gas finds buyer

Thu, 8 December 2011 Vector has entered into a new agreement with TAG Oil (NZ) Limited (TAG) to purchase up to 3.5 PJ/a of gas from the Sidewinder field until 31 December 2014.

Platinum role for returning sponsor MWM

Wed, 23 November 2011 MWM Energy Australia, the local subsidiary of German company MWM GmbH, will continue to contribute to the success of the 2012 FutureGAS Conference and Exhibition as Platinum Sponsor, exhibitor and speaker.

Cougar commences legal action against DERM

Mon, 17 October 2011 Cougar Energy has today announced that it has commenced legal proceedings against the Queensland Government and three Queensland Government officials seeking more than $A34 million in compensation over their decision to halt the company’s development of its’ underground coal gasification (UCG) power plant project at Kingaroy, in the state's south-east.

Olympic Dam gas plant and pipeline receives EIS approval

Tue, 11 October 2011 The South Australian and Federal governments have approved the environmental impact statement (EIS) for BHP Billiton’s Olympic Dam Project, located in SA.

New power station on the agenda

Fri, 7 October 2011 APA Group and AGL Energy will jointly develop a 242 megawatt gas-fired power station in Mount Isa, Queensland, following the signing of a long-term agreement to supply electricity to Xstrata Mount Isa Mines through to 2030.

Three Springs gets the green light

Thu, 22 September 2011 ERM Power has received approval from the Western Australian Environmental Protection Authority for its proposed $A500 million Three Springs Power Station and 60 km gas pipeline, located in Western Australia.

Eastern gas industry to promote economic and environmental prosperity

Thu, 15 September 2011 Developing a strong domestic gas industry will have a positive impact on greenhouse gas emissions, energy pricing and jobs according to two new reports compiled by the Australian Petroleum Production & Exploration Association and the Queensland Gas Commissioner.

Clarke Energy on board for NSW gas-fired power generation

Tue, 30 August 2011 Clarke Energy has been contracted by Dart Energy for the design, supply, installation, commissioning and operations and maintenance services of small to mid-scale gas-fired power generation projects, which will source gas from Dart Energy’s New South Wales CSG licence portfolio.

Syngas successful in generating power

Thu, 18 August 2011 Carbon Energy has achieved an Australian first by generating electricity at its power plant in Bloodwood Creek, Queensland, using syngas produced through its unique process of underground coal gasification.

Governing gas – one on one with Martin Ferguson

Gas Today sat down with the Hon Martin Ferguson to discuss the Federal Government’s perspective on the issues which are shaping Australia’s gas industry. Katherine St Lawrence and Stephanie Clancy report.

B&R Enclosures keeps hazardous material under wraps

Any area where flammable liquids, vapours, gases or combustible dusts are likely to occur in sufficient quantities to cause fire or explosion has the potential to be classified as a hazardous area. Australia’s largest enclosure manufacturer, B&R Enclosures has established B&R Ex Systems, a new division specialising in hazardous area electrical equipment.

Three reasons to invest in gas-fired power generation

Investec Bank (Australia) is developing the 1,000 MW Cherokee Gas-Fired Power Station, located approximately 65 km southeast of Adelaide, as sole sponsor and principal. Here, Investec’s Mark Headland reveals his top three reasons for investing in gas-fired power generation.

Gas: fuel for the future by a country mile

Philip St Baker is the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of ERM Power, which began as a specialist advisory firm and has now expanded its operations to include electricity sales, generation and gas procurement. Here he speaks to Gas Today about ERM’s activities in the gas industry.

New gas-fired power gen underway in Vic, WA

Wed, 16 March 2011 The environmentally-friendly properties of natural gas have been cited as key factors behind the development of two new power generation facilities underway on opposite sides of the country.

MTU: onsite power

MTU Onsite Energy offers comprehensive, intelligent and innovative systems for gas-fuelled energy needs.

Darling Downs up and powering

Few natural gas companies are active across the industry, undertaking production, LNG project development, power generation and retail activities. The recently-opened Darling Downs Power Station demonstrates Origin Energy’s focus on vertical integration of its natural gas market activities.