ProjectProponent: AWE Perth Pty LtdProposal description: AWE Perth Pty Ltd proposes to undertake a conventional exploration drilling program located south-east of Dongara, Western Australia (WA). The Proposal includes the construction of a single deviated well, immediately adjacent (extending beneath) the Yardanogo Nature Reserve, and within MEPAU’s Production Licence L1. The intent of the Proposal is to evaluate the gas-bearing potential of the Gynatrix prospect by measuring the properties of the Kingia Sandstone and High Cliff Sandstone formations. The Proposal will require clearing of up to 1.7 ha of native vegetation within a development footprint of 5.2 ha for the well site infrastructure and access track construction. As the Proposal is targeting conventional resources, no hydraulic fracture stimulation is proposed. Region: Mid WestReferred under EP Act: s38Industry sector: Oil and gasLast updated: July 11, 2022Current Status: Decision on whether to assess has been published 1. ReferralComment on this referral: Gynatrix-1 Conventional Exploration Drilling ProgramComment period: Monday, 4 July, 2022 to Sunday, 10 July, 2022Referral documentation: Referral Form (PDF, 321.11 KB) Proposal Content Document (PDF, 896.27 KB) Supporting Document (PDF, 6.41 MB) 2. Decision on whether to assess this proposalChair's Determination: Referral examined, preliminary investigations and inquiries conducted. Proposal not to be assessed under Part IV of the EP Act. No advice given (Appealable)Extract of determination: Gynatrix-1 Conventional Exploration Drilling Program (PDF, 280.2 KB)Date published: Monday, 12 September, 2022