Queensland Opens 9 New Gas Development Zones to Tackle Soaring Energy Prices

The move continues the LNP government’s shift away from heavy renewable development.

A gas burner is seen in Melbourne, Australia, on July 28, 2023. Alfred Bui/The Epoch Times

Queensland has revealed that from May 29, it will accept tenders for proposals to develop nine new gas exploration areas across the Cooper/Eromanga and Bowen/Surat Basins, aiming to boost domestic supply and ease energy prices.

The announcement comes as the recently elected Crisafulli Liberal National Party (LNP) government shifts away from renewable energy projects, towards more traditional energy investment.