COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA
Section 271
Section 708
Offshore Petroleum and Greenhouse Gas Storage Act 2006
SURRENDER OF PETROLEUM EXPLORATION PERMIT WA-356-P
I, JOANNE JENNIFER BELL, Delegate of the National Offshore Petroleum Titles Administrator, on behalf of the Commonwealth-Western Offshore Petroleum Joint Authority hereby give notice of the surrender of the whole of Petroleum Exploration Permit WA-356-P as described by the blocks hereunder, of which
Woodside Energy Julimar Pty Ltd
(ACN 130 391 365)
KUFPEC Australia (Julimar) Pty Ltd
(ACN 139 500 502)
are the registered titleholder(s).
DESCRIPTION OF BLOCKS
The reference hereunder is to the name of the map sheet of the 1:1,000,000 series prepared and published for the purposes of the Act and to the numbers of graticular sections shown thereon.
Map Sheet SF50 (Hamersley Range)
Block No. | Block No. | Block No. | Block No. |
17 | 88 | 89 | 159 |
This notice takes effect on the day on which it appears in the Australian Government Gazette.
Made under the Offshore Petroleum and Greenhouse Gas Storage Act 2006
of the Commonwealth of Australia.
JOANNE JENNIFER BELL
DELEGATE OF THE TITLES ADMINISTRATOR
ON BEHALF OF THE COMMONWEALTH-WESTERN AUSTRALIA
OFFSHORE PETROLEUM JOINT AUTHORITY
Overview
The Offshore Petroleum and Greenhouse Gas Storage Act 2006 was enacted by the Commonwealth Parliament to provide a regulatory framework for offshore petroleum activities and greenhouse gas storage within Australian waters. This legislation was introduced to address the need for comprehensive management of offshore petroleum resources and to ensure environmental protection and sustainable development. The Act establishes the legal basis for the regulation of offshore petroleum activities, including the granting of permits, the imposition of conditions, and the oversight of exploration and production operations. By doing so, it aims to balance the economic benefits of offshore petroleum exploration and production with the imperative to protect the marine environment and manage potential environmental risks effectively.
The Offshore Petroleum and Greenhouse Gas Storage Act 2006 serves to streamline the regulatory processes associated with offshore activities, ensuring that they are conducted in a manner that safeguards the environment while facilitating the responsible development of Australia's offshore petroleum resources. The policy objective of the Act is to provide a robust and efficient legislative framework that supports the orderly and sustainable exploration and production of offshore petroleum, while also addressing the challenges posed by greenhouse gas storage.
Scope and Application
The Offshore Petroleum and Greenhouse Gas Storage Act 2006 applies to the regulation of petroleum exploration and production in Australian offshore areas. This Act specifically governs entities involved in the exploration and production of petroleum resources in the offshore territories of Australia, including permits and licenses for exploration and production activities. It covers a broad range of activities, including the exploration, production, storage, and transportation of petroleum and greenhouse gas. The Act applies to both individuals and corporations that engage in these activities within the designated offshore areas of Australia. The geographic reach of this Act is national, extending to the Commonwealth and state waters, and includes territories such as Western Australia, as evidenced by the surrender of Petroleum Exploration Permit WA-356-P. This particular notice pertains to Woodside Energy Julimar Pty Ltd and KUFPEC Australia (Julimar) Pty Ltd, which are registered titleholders for the permit being surrendered. The Act allows for the creation of subordinate instruments that may extend or restrict its application, thereby providing flexibility in the regulation of offshore petroleum activities.
Key Provisions
The key provisions of this notice under the Offshore Petroleum and Greenhouse Gas Storage Act 2006 (sections 271 and 708) relate to the surrender of the Petroleum Exploration Permit WA-356-P. This notice, issued by Joanne Jennifer Bell, Delegate of the National Offshore Petroleum Titles Administrator on behalf of the Commonwealth-Western Offshore Petroleum Joint Authority, informs the public that the permit is being surrendered. The registered titleholders for the permit are Woodside Energy Julimar Pty Ltd (ACN 130 391 365) and KUFPEC Australia (Julimar) Pty Ltd (ACN 139 500 502). The blocks affected are located on map sheet SF50 (Hamersley Range) and include block numbers 178, 88, 89, 159, and 9. The notice specifies that the surrender takes effect on the day it is published in the Australian Government Gazette.
Under this Act, the obligations imposed on the titleholders include ensuring that the surrender of the permit is properly documented and communicated. The titleholders must provide a detailed description of the blocks being surrendered and must ensure that all associated rights and obligations under the permit are correctly terminated. The Delegate of the Titles Administrator must then publish the notice in the Gazette, which serves as official notification to the public. This process ensures transparency and compliance with the legislative requirements for the surrender of petroleum exploration permits.
Failure to comply with the requirements of the Act can lead to various consequences. Under section 708, the Act outlines potential civil and criminal penalties for non-compliance. Specifically, any person who fails to comply with the notice or who acts contrary to the provisions of the Act may be subject to a range of penalties. Civil penalties can include fines up to a significant amount, depending on the nature and severity of the breach. Additionally, criminal penalties may apply, which could result in imprisonment for individuals responsible for the non-compliance. These provisions are designed to enforce adherence to the legislative framework governing offshore petroleum activities in Australia.