Government approvals

Legislation implemented by Australian national, state and territory governments regulates activities associated with petroleum exploration and production. Government regulatory controls require the petroleum industry to conduct its activities in ways that meet the highest standard of environmental protection.

The Federal Government is responsible for the area from 3-200 nautical miles off the coast (out to the extent of Australia's Exclusive Economic Zone as defined by the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea). State and Territory Governments are responsible for managing and regulating most activities, including petroleum exploration and production within 3 nautical miles (5.6km) off their coasts.