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Rafael Seismic Survey

Project
Proponent: 
Buru Energy Limited
Proposal description: 

Buru Energy Ltd propose to undertake a 2D and 3D geological survey at one site (Rafael patch) in the west Kimberley district, approximately 80 kilometres south of Derby. 

The proposal would include total disturbance of up to 438 hectares by raised blade clearing of 1147 km of seismic lines and construction of a temporary workers camp within an existing cleared well site.

Region: 
Kimberley
Referred under EP Act: 
s38
Industry sector: 
Oil and gas
Last updated: 
February 23, 2023
Current Status: 
Decision on whether to assess has been published
Decision on whether to assess has been published
1. Referral
Comment on this referral: 
Rafael Seismic Survey
Comment period: 
Tuesday, 20 September, 2022 to Monday, 3 October, 2022
Referral documentation: 
PDF icon Referral form
PDF icon Environment Plan
2. Decision on whether to assess this proposal
Chair's Determination: 
Referral examined, preliminary investigations and inquiries conducted. Proposal not to be assessed under Part IV of the EP Act. Advice given (Appealable)
Extract of determination: 
PDF icon Rafael Seismic Survey - Chair Determination.pdf
Date published: 
Monday, 27 February, 2023

Source URL:https://www.epa.wa.gov.au/proposals/rafael-seismic-survey