New FAQs for offshore petroleum work–bid exploration permits and retention leases

9 December 2025

We have published a new set of FAQs related to the updated offshore petroleum guidelines for work–bid exploration permits and retention leases.

View the FAQs on our Guidelines page.

The Australian Government reviewed and consulted on these Guidelines in 2025 to align with its Future Gas Strategy.

The FAQs provide further information and guidance for titleholders and applicants related to the updated guidelines that came into effect on 9 December 2025.

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Email: titles@nopta.gov.au

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