“The Australian gas industry has operated in the Cooper Basin for more than 50 years. It is extremely well managed and takes its legislated environmental obligations and responsibilities very seriously.”

Shadow Minister for Resources, Senator Susan McDonald, today welcomed the release of the September Resources and Energy Quarterly report. The REQ, released by the Office of the Chief Economist, highlights Australia’s strong reputation as a resource’s exporter in the global market.

Shadow Minister for Resources, Senator Susan McDonald, has called on State and Federal Governments to coordinate a fresh approach to gas approvals and give industry more confidence to expand operations and support the Australian economy.