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Concerns over US company’s gas fracking plan for world’s most intact tropical savanna in WA revealed

By Lisa Cox Environment and climate correspondentJune 9, 2026·Source: The Guardian·0 views

Federal environment department says Black Mountain Energy has provided insufficient data as it seeks to drill 20 gas wells in the Kimberley regionFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe federal government has repeatedly raised concerns about an American company’s bid to frack for gas in Western Australia’s Kimberley region, part of the world’s largest and most intact tropical savanna.Texas-based Black Mountain Energy, through its subsidiary Bennett Resources, is seeking federal approval to drill 20 gas wells for its Valhalla project west of Fitzroy Crossing. Continue reading...

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