This factsheet series explains how offshore oil and gas projects impact the environment, ecosystems and marine species. It aims to provide crucial information relating to offshore petroleum projects to help you when writing your submissions to NOPSEMA. Separate assessment processes apply to activities that take place in State and Territory waters. This factsheet does not cover those processes.
This factsheet was last updated on 17 March 2026.
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