“There are immense opportunities for astro-tourism in South Africa and especially in the Northern Cape which is why we were intentional about selecting this province and the town of Carnarvon.” Half of the world’s population cannot see the beauty of the night sky which is why the Northern Cape with its clear sky full of stars is celebrated as South Africa’s astro-tourism destination on World Tourism Day and Minister of Science and Innovation Prof Blade Nzimande launched the Astro-Tourism Strategy at Carnarvon on Friday (27/9) “It is for this reason that we chose this site to be the focus of our official World Tourism Day celebration here in the Northern Cape on 27 September,“ De Lille said.  “This province is renowned for its breathtaking landscapes and unparalleled experiences for adventure and cultural immersion,” she said at the Tourism Month Media Launch held in Kimberley earlier “We chose this beautiful province as the host for this year’s celebrations not just because of its vast and varied tourism offerings but also to bring attention to a region that is often less visited when compared to others in our country “The Northern Cape is truly a gem within our South African borders offering diverse experiences that cater to all tastes and interests From the rugged terrains of the Kalahari Desert to the vibrant wildflower displays of Namaqualand this province embodies the essence of natural beauty and breathtaking landscapes.” World Tourism Day is also celebrated globally on 27 September The UN has declared that 2024’s World Tourism Day will focus on “Tourism and Peace” highlighting the connection between tourism and global peace South Africa celebrates Tourism Month to promote domestic travel showcase the country’s diverse tourism offerings and highlight the sector’s significant contribution to the South African economy it is celebrated under the localised theme: “Tourism and Peace – 30 years of connecting People to Places and Cultures.” The Northern Cape hosts the Square Kilometer Array (SKA) radio telescope and the South African Largest Telescope (Salt) De Lille delivered a speech on the significance of astro-tourism in the Northern Cape “Very exciting for me is that this province is leading South Africa’s proactive stance in leveraging the significant advances made in the development of the world’s largest space telescope array, with a comprehensive astro-tourism strategy “There are immense opportunities for astro-tourism in South Africa and especially in the Northern Cape and this is why we were intentional about selecting this province and the town of Carnarvon we are here to cast the spotlight on these experiences and invite South Africans and visitors from the rest of the world to explore this province and to engage with living cultures and traditions that continue to thrive here “We want to use the SKA and astro-tourism as a catalyst to develop the Karoo and provide opportunities for rural tourism as well as agri-tourism to develop rural areas further.” South Africa is the first country on the African continent to develop a National Astro-Tourism Strategy that the Department of Tourism is finalising to present to the cabinet “This gives us the legacy of mutual understanding between the astronomy significance and the indigenous celestial narratives enhancing the synergy between humans and conservation and a creative link between our origins of life on earth and the origins of the universe.  “This strategy aims to position South Africa as a world-class astro-tourism destination Tourism Month festivities will be held throughout the country to highlight the plethora of tourism offerings in all nine provinces The festivities also provide a platform for the sector to share its affordable travel deals to inspire South Africans to explore the country in its entirety from the coastal regions to small towns Tourism is a vital sector for South Africa contributing more to the GDP than transport and nearly matching the government’s 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As Hello, Dolly! star Imelda Staunton claims her fifth Olivier Award, delve into her thespian dynasty, including her daughter, Bessie Carter – star of Bridgerton, Outrageous, and the Tatler May cover but Lady Carnarvon believes homeliness is the reason Julian Fellowes wrote Downton with Highclere in mind to begin with ‘It was actually built as a home,’ she says where I would need a retinue of 20 footmen to follow me through a marble hall It gives the Countess an original perspective on the show: watching the cast film night shoots on the longest day of the year; seeing her friends take part in riding scenes alongside a side-saddle Michelle Doherty and the Vine and Craven hunt; or hosting lunches while sat between Hugh Bonneville and Geordie himself – Lord Grantham Even some of Downton’s most moving moments become tinged with the quotidian when they’re shot in your guest room which I think made everybody cry,’ she says of watching Jessica Brown-Findlay enact Lady Sibyl’s tragic death in her portico bedroom you don’t always have spare time for the protracted business of passing away: ‘It was probably a whole afternoon of filming – I can just remember sitting on the other side of the gallery thinking it’s 7 pm now Behind the scenes: Hollywood's descent upon Highclere for Downton is joyful but the rhythm of live is altogether different Lady Carnarvon’s most treasured Downton memory? Sitting down at the film premiere in New York and seeing the opening shot of Highclere Castle rise up onto the cinema screen, golden in the early morning light: ‘Everybody in the auditorium, all those hard-bitten New Yorkers, clapped and cheered. So I cried. I found it so moving. ‘How extraordinary was that? That this extraordinary home, built by craftsman and architects, without all the instruments and mechanical means we have today, but with drawings and precision, created something of such harmony, which welcomes people and makes me cry.’ Hollywood grandees, accompanied by inflated box office prices, have proved somewhat lacklustre on the West End stage – until Cate Blanchett came along in Chekhov’s The Seagull But New York Anglophiles aren’t alone in their love for a period drama. Whether it’s regency romps or Gilded Age family feuds, shows like Downton Abbey and Bridgerton – and their country house filming locales – have captured something of the modern-day zeitgeist ‘I think it’s about values and where we come from,’ says the Countess of the sudden surge in the genre’s popularity It’s a world where individual people seem to be causing immense harm to many The world of Downton is one which is very different from that Lady Carnarvon is opening the doors – and garden gates – of Highclere Castle for a third Downton Abbey film her manner of speech is as much evidence of an authorial mind as her accolade-winning works: you're looking at Iron Age Fort and the buildings within it – you can see where the lines of agriculture were.’ The homeliest of Statelies: Highclere Castle is one of Britain's largest lived-in homes She continues: ‘I’m always thinking about bringing the past forward into today because we are no different today from the past with our same happiness or sadness or anger or patience Whatever the characteristics are haven’t changed within us personally but our ability to hurt each other seems to have increased and the speed at which we can do it seems to have increased slowing down the world – looking backwards and enjoying and learning from the past.’ A visual history of Monaco’s Rose Ball as the event returns this weekendBy Rebecca CopeRead MorePerhaps Highclere’s most viral moment came during lockdown when a small team bubbled with the Carnarvons at the castle The couple had just made a massive financial gamble investing their savings in Highclere Castle Gin so quarantine came at a challenging time for their family business the Highclere set began hosting cocktail parties on Instagram Live our phones were upside down because we were so useless,’ the Countess reminisces the online soirées were drawing crowds of 80,000 considerably more than could fit even in Highclere’s sizeable dining room Lady Carnarvon was holding court at the largest virtual cocktail party in the world Reports of damages to historic furniture on the set of Bridgerton could complicate a family’s decision to rent out their home to film crews While filming Matthew Crawley’s Christmas proposal to Lady Mary (shot the ashy fake snow not only sank any suspension of disbelief – ‘everyone’s going to be coughing instead of saying I love you!’ the Countess recalls thinking – but began to blow into the library risking damage to the historic collection of books ‘How to get people to love Highclere?’ Lady Carnarvon has dedicated her life to sharing Highclere with the public they will have had to buy a ticket first (‘Please tag us!’) When it comes to navigating the logistics of hosting a tourist attraction in your family home – are there enough parking spaces – it’s all in the planning: ‘You just need to think about what the effect of the film might be and then enter into any contract with your eyes open,’ she reflects then obviously it might well bring some attention – so if you don’t want any attention It's just having that logical progression of thought process.’ Granted, the Countess is perhaps more qualified for the job than many other stately homeowners. After getting a ‘very good degree in partying’ at the University of St Andrews Lady Carnarvon trained as a chartered accountant From processing audit files to presenting projects to clients her background in logical thinking has left her a dab hand at running an estate like Highclere the Countess’s attempt at explaining Critical Path Analysis is admirable The new circadian rhythms that come with the metamorphosis of your house turning a Hollywood film set and also the daily video editing that has become part of Lady Carnarvon’s evening routine that excites her more than anything: Celebrating 80 years since the end of World War II – another chance to look backwards Highclere will play host to veterans and ambassadors from around the world I do something that comes from the heart,’ says the Countess of her plans for the event: ‘Planes in the sky To raise money for those who serve and those who save and to think about what our parents and grandparents might have dreamt of in May 1945 and what we’ve done with their dreams and hopes.’ Free NewsletterUK Join the newsletter that everyone in finance secretly reads Carnarvon Energy is making moves after its shares hit a five-year low by revisiting the Dorado oil project timeline and launching a stock buyback with a 10% stake in Western Australia's North West Shelf Dorado oil discovery is reworking the timeline with its joint venture partners This aims to speed up the project after a share price slump The company has also started an on-market buyback for up to 10% of its issued capital to reassure investors Carnarvon seeks a class ruling from the Australian Taxation Office to ensure their proposed capital return of up to AU$0.07 per share is treated as capital offering a tax-efficient benefit to shareholders For markets: Navigating a challenging market terrain Carnarvon Energy's recent share dip reflects broader concerns about oil project timelines amid fluctuating energy demands. The share buyback is a confidence-boosting measure to stabilize its market presence. Investors should watch how this affects market sentiment and weigh risks and opportunities in sectors dependent on global energy trends. The bigger picture: Strategic moves and shareholder value. Carnarvon Energy’s strategy to optimize project timelines and manage capital reflects adaptability in a volatile sector. By focusing on shareholder returns and tax-efficient strategies, the company tackles immediate financial challenges while aiming for long-term sustainability. This industry trend highlights the balancing act of maintaining investor confidence amidst unpredictable global market conditions. 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On 4 November 1922, George Herbert, the 5th Earl of Carnarvon, and British archaeologist Howard Carter discovered the untouched tomb of the 19-year-old pharaoh in Egypt’s Valley of the Kings The astonishing find made both men instant global superstars the 5th Earl never got the chance to enjoy his fame and fortune having contracted blood poisoning from an infected mosquito bite and today you can see behind the scenes of his historic discovery at The Egyptian Exhibition – six rooms of antiquities and private photographs of the Earl’s archaeological adventures – at Highclere Castle The family are understandably very proud of the 5th Earl and his great achievement is on a mission to bring the story of his adventurous forebear to life the Earl often stayed at the luxurious Winter Palace hotel he even built a house near to the archaeological site so that he and Howard Carter could be closer to their work.‘My great grandfather loved Egypt and its people,’ says Lord Carnarvon Search for the best cruises with Viking River Cruises as the present Lord Carnarvon acknowledges it’s far easier now to visit the burial chamber in the Valley of the Kings than it ever was in his greatgrandfather’s day Visitors no longer have to clamber down stone stairs into the burial chamber – instead a gentle slope allows them to walk in safely.The burial chamber and you’ll find the king’s famous golden mask jewellery and sarcophagi on display more than 300 miles away at the Egyptian Museum in Cairo When the eagerly awaited new Grand Egyptian Museum opens on a site overlooking the pyramids these incredible treasures will take pride of place in a special display In honour of his great-grandfather’s love for Egypt and his historic legacy, Viking recently appointed Lord Carnarvon as its first godfather, for its custom-built Nile river ship Viking Osiris At a glamorous onboard ceremony in August this year and 100 years on from the amazing discovery of the tomb 12-day Pharaohs & Pyramids cruise aboard Viking Osiris, round trip from Cairo via Luxor, Qena, Esna, Aswan and Edfu, departing 22 May 2023, from £5,905 per person.This itinerary includes a three-night stay at a first-class hotel in Cairo where you can visit iconic sites such as the Great Pyramid of Giza the necropolis of Sakkara and the Mosque of Muhammad Ali Guests will also be able to visit the new Grand Egyptian Museum before flying to Luxor to visit the temples of Luxor and Karnak.The ship then sails an eight-day featuring Privileged Access to the tomb of Nefertari in the Valley of the Queens and the tomb of Tutankhamun in the Valley of the Kings and excursions to the Temple of Khnum in Esna the temples at Abu Simbel and the High Dam in Aswan The journey finishes with a flight back to Cairo for a final night in the city.Included in the fare is a return economy scheduled flight from London or selected regional airports return internal flight from Cairo to Luxor beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner evening entertainment and enrichment talks Get World of Cruising magazine delivered straight to your doorstep destinations guides and top travel tips for planning the perfect cruise holiday Subscribe today to discover the World of Cruising Sign In Subscribe Now Oak Bay is a step closer to revamping one of its most popular parks the district awarded $1,041,057 to an architecture firm hired to prepare public engagement materials and detailed designs and specifications for the revamp of Carnarvon Park.  “The public has been asking for upgrades for years and reasonably so,” Mayor Kevin Murdoch said in an email to The Oak Bay News “The existing cinder-block building that acted as a washroom a change room and previously a daycare is well beyond its lifespan and the concrete facilities like the splash park and tennis courts are also well-worn.”  a refreshed concession and new tennis and pickleball courts with acoustic panels a half-size basketball court and a playground are also part of the planned improvements.  Vancouver-based Shape Architecture has been hired to produce eight tender-ready packages by summer 2026 each of which will outline the requirements and conditions necessary for contractors to create competitive and accurate proposals for the upgrades Each package will lay out work to be completed over two years. Oak Bay has planned to spread all of the changes out over six years “We designed the program this way to cause as little disruption to the operations of the park as possible although we do acknowledge at some points during the construction there will be some areas that will have to be temporarily closed,” Oak Bay's facilities and asset management program manager David Graham said at the April 28 meeting.  Carrie Smart asked Graham if any of the park’s existing assets will be out of service for a prolonged period when construction eventually takes place.  “The only ones in our project planning so far are the tennis and pickleball courts,” said Graham “We do have tennis courts elsewhere in the district But pickleball – we may have to make some arrangements elsewhere.”  He added that pickleball players tend to frequent courts most when the weather is nice so Oak Bay is working to schedule those upgrades during the months when folks play the least.  Though the district engaged the public about the upgrades in 2019 and 2024 Murdoch stressed that there is still an opportunity for locals to have a say in the look and feel of the park.  “There is a design aspect of this where there will be some additional consultation on some of the specifics of these pieces,” he said “For those who live in the area or who don’t but have an interest in Carnarvon Park you will get an opportunity to provide some additional feedback in terms of some of the specifics as they get finalized.” Dialogue and debate are integral to a free society and we welcome and encourage you to share your views on the issues of the day. 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To learn about our commenting policies and how our community-based moderation works, please read our Community Guidelines The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) in conjunction with the Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) has announced a temporary restriction access and route variation for heavy vehicles on the Carnarvon Highway The new approved temporary route variation is for Class 1 OSOM heavy vehicle combinations due to the temporarily restricted access on the Carnarvon Highway between Rolleston and Injune Roadworks on the Baffle Creek Bridge means all vehicle combinations with Ground Contact Width (GCW) and/or a load width that exceeds three metres that comply with the maximum allowable mass tables are required to use the approved alternate route with heavy vehicles having to hold an approved current permit for access over the Baffle Creek bridge on the Carnarvon Highway to use the route The vehicles must also comply with all conditions stated on the current permit and scope the route prior to travel to ensure safe travel before using the route The NHVR says the temporary variation letter is valid for the duration of a current permit or until the road works on the Carnarvon Highway between Rolleston and Injune are completed Eligible vehicles can access the alternate route via Leichhardt Highway provided a copy of the approved variation letter is used in conjunction with the current permit If you do not have a current permit, you are required to apply for the alternative route via NHVR Go Vehicles exceeding the mass envelopes contained within the variation letter must apply for a permit through NHVR Go for further assessment Subscribe to the weekly Owner//Driver newsletter here. OwnerDriver was established in 1992 as a national newspaper “Dedicated to the Success of the Person Behind the Wheel” and it continues to pursue this mission today The Nationals WA in Government will invest $750,000 to upgrade lighting at Premier Oval in Carnarvon ensuring the facility meets the growing needs of the local sporting community Leader of The Nationals WA and Candidate for the Midwest limiting evening use and reducing opportunities for training and competition “Upgrading the lighting at Premier Oval will extend the hours this vital facility can be used allowing more local teams and community groups to train “Investing in quality sporting infrastructure is an investment in the health and wellbeing of the community This upgrade will provide first-class facilities and ensure Carnarvon’s sporting community has the resources it needs to thrive.” The Western Australian Football Commission has identified Premier Oval as one of the most critical projects in the region highlighting the importance of this investment “This commitment demonstrates our dedication to building stronger regional communities by supporting grassroots sport,” Mr Love said “Sport plays a crucial role in bringing people together and this upgrade will ensure Premier Oval remains a central hub for Carnarvon for years to come.” Keep up to date with The Nationals WA on Facebook and Twitter and don’t forget to share us with your friends Contact | Privacy | Accessiblity Authorised by J Freeman His Excellency the Honourable Chris Dawson APM was sworn in as the 34th Governor of Western Australia on 15 July 2022 Read More Government House is open to the public for tours special events and Lunchtime in the Gardens Read More Government House is a working House and supports the Governor to perform their constitutional Read More Keep up to date with the latest news at Government House Read More By As the sun set over the Indian Ocean, local leaders came together at the historic Old Lighthouse Keeper’s Cottage for a community reception with the Governor and Mrs Dawson. Representatives from the Shire of Carnarvon, education, health, emergency response, essential community services and volunteers gathered at the picturesque landmark to share their experiences living and working in the region. It’s easy to see why around 5,000 people call Carnarvon home, with its relaxed lifestyle, beautiful natural surroundings, strong agriculture and fishing industries, a diverse mix of cultures and heritage, and a strong sense of community. Contact Government House Western Australia We pay tribute to the Whadjuk people of the Noongar Nation as the Traditional Owners of the Boodja (land) on which Government House and Gardens are located. We recognise the continuing cultural connection to land, waters and community of all Traditional Custodians of Country across Western Australia. We pay our respects to all Elders past and present, and emerging leaders, and join them on a journey of reconciliation. The Crown raised its fair share of royal eyebrows across five seasons spent airing the Firm’s dirty linens. From Prince Philip’s supposed dalliance with Penny Knatchbull to Louis Mountbatten’s failed grab for governmental power. But never did Netflix’s period drama ruffle more feathers than its portrayal of an alleged ‘romantic’ affair between the late Queen Elizabeth and her horse racing manager, Lord Porchester, the 7th Earl of Carnarvon. The insinuations, said the late Queen’s former press secretary, Dickie Arbiter, at the time, were ‘very distasteful and totally unfounded’. Her late Majesty, he stressed, would be the ‘last person in the world to have ever considered looking at another man. Not only is this muckraking — this is gossip that’s been washing around for decades. It’s got absolutely no substance.’ A damning critique, and now one that has been seconded by Lord Porchester’s son. George Herbert, 8th Earl of Carnarvon, has now made it clear that his father – who was known as ‘Porchie’ by the late Queen – merely enjoyed a close personal friendship with the monarch. Lord Porchester and the Queen at Newbury Races c. 1965 Lady Carnarvon talks to Tatler about Britain's love of history and gin and reveals what happened when the cast and crew of the final Downton Abbey filmed at her family seat at Highclere Castle is no stranger to the dramatic storylines of a beloved period drama played home to Downton Abbey for six seasons of television and (at least) three films But The Crown’s depiction of this supposed royal romance would leave even the Dowager Duchess speechless. ‘Porchie’ first appeared in the ninth episode of the first series and stirred up tense relations between the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh starts spending more and more time at the race track and therefore in the company of Porchie – something Prince Philip does not approve of Rumours of a relationship between the Late Queen Elizabeth and Lord Porchester are ‘way off the mark', says the 8th Earl of Carnarvon So who was the real Lord Porchester? Born Henry George Reginald Molyneux Herbert in 1924, the 7th Earl of Carnarvon’s grandfather, George Herbert, discovered the tomb of Egyptian pharaoh Tutankhamun alongside the archaeologist Howard Carter – his death the following year sparking rumours of a mysterious curse plaguing those who disturbed the resting place. (For those wondering, the 8th Earl of Carnarvon also dispelled the rumour that his great-aunt Lady Evelyn Herbert was Howard Carter’s girlfriend after a steamy romance among the pyramids took centre stage in ITV’s 2016 drama Tutankhamun.) Earlier this year, the release of Wolf Hall saw the world losing its head. Its stars revealed all to Annabel Sampson why Gen Z can’t look away in the January 2025 issue By the time Lord Carnarvon succeeded his father to the title in 1987 he had already established a reputation not only as a first class breeder of horses, but also as a leading figure in local government, planning and conservation. He was educated at Eton where he excelled at boxing. Commissioned in the Royal Horse Guards during the war, he served in North Africa, spending his 19th birthday in the Sinai desert. Jane Andrews spent her childhood penniless, but a dream job as Sarah Ferguson's dresser soon saw her rubbing shoulders with the royals: now, a producer from The Crown is working on a ‘partly-fictionalised’ drama about how it all went so terribly wrong. Prepare to meet The Lady. He later became Honorary Colonel of the 116th Engineer Regiment. He served as an active member of the community throughout his life and served as an Independent to Hampshire County Council for 24 years he was very touched to be presented with a crystal decanter His contributions to local government were recognised in 1975 with a knighthood a Knight Commander of the Royal Victorian Order (KCVO) the late Queen made the rare decision to attend his funeral the monarch typically reserved that honour for the most internationally renowned heads of state The Nationals WA have vowed to restore maternity services at Carnarvon Hospital within the first 100 days of forming Government warning that the WA Country Health Service (WACHS) board must resign if they fail to meet this directive Leader of The Nationals WA and Member for Moore Shane Love MLA said the ongoing closure of maternity services under the Cook Labor Government was an “absolute disgrace” it has been impossible to have a baby in Carnarvon This is the largest community in the Gascoyne and WA Labor has completely abandoned it,” Mr Love said “WA Labor promised this would be a ‘temporary’ closure mothers are still forced to travel hundreds of kilometres to Geraldton or Perth just to give birth “The Cook Labor Government and WACHS have utterly failed to make the restoration of maternity services a priority.” Mr Love said it was the core responsibility of WACHS to deliver high-quality healthcare in the regions “The Nationals in Government will direct WACHS to use all resources available to restore maternity services at Carnarvon Hospital – no more delays “When I toured Carnarvon Hospital in April 2024 WACHS staff assured me maternity services would be restored imminently “Reopening maternity services is entirely achievable in the short-term the only thing missing is the political will to make it happen WA deserves a Country Health Service that actually cares about country people.” said more than 200 families had been affected by the closure with some women being diverted as far as Busselton – over 1,000 kilometres from home “WA Labor’s failure to restore Carnarvon maternity services has cost taxpayers nearly $1 million in travel and accommodation subsidies alone,” Mr Aldridge said and communities during one of the most important times in their lives.” Mr Aldridge said the lack of maternity services also impacts broader women’s health services in the region “Obstetricians don’t just deliver babies – they also provide support during pregnancy and deliver post-natal care as well as providing critical healthcare for women at all life stages.” “Restoring maternity services in Carnarvon will reduce the need for costly time consuming travel to Geraldton and Perth while also ensuring better access to essential healthcare for women.” Leader of The Nationals and Candidate for Mid-West said The Nationals are committed to reinforcing the Department of Agriculture in Carnarvon “The enhanced Department will provide seamless access to federal and rapid assistance during biosecurity outbreaks.” “WA Labor has long neglected the needs of Carnarvon’s growers the people of Perth will be forced to rely on imports from eastern states,” Mr “By appointing a full-time government horticultural agronomist we are addressing the chronic underinvestment in agricultural research and innovation that has left our local growers at a competitive disadvantage.” This announcement comes alongside the Nationals’ massive billion-dollar commitment to build new GROH housing with Carnarvon set to be a key beneficiary The investment in GROH will help attract and retain the talent needed for this exciting agronomy position further enhancing the overall support network for growers we are paving the way for Carnarvon’s growers to reach their full potential and ensuring the Gascoyne remains at the forefront of agricultural innovation.” In addition to supporting the region’s horticulturalists Shane Love has reiterated his commitment to fighting for pastoralists in the Southern Rangelands following his work to secure an extension to the consultation period for changes to pastoral lease renewals until 30 April 2025 “Far more work is needed to ensure Labor does not ram through wholesale changes that could have major implications for the pastoral sector.” implement sustainable agricultural practices they need certainty through security of tenure and long-term leases.” Mr Love criticised Labor for attempting to shift the liability for Native Title compensation onto pastoralists “The state owns the land and must retain responsibility for Native Title compensation Forcing this cost onto leaseholders is completely unreasonable,” Mr “I was very pleased to have secured an extension to the consultation period and I urge all pastoralists and those with a stake in the pastoral industry to review the proposed changes and submit their feedback by 30 April 2025.” Trainer Sean Rains’ long-range plan with Victorian import Set The Scene moved tantalisingly closer after the son of Reset ran rampant at Carnarvon on Sunday From the moment Rains brought Set The Scene across to join his stable he’s had his eyes firmly fixed on winning the Carnarvon Cup (2000m) and after his six-length romp in the Peter Evans Memorial Handicap (1700m) Getting to Carnarvon’s pinnacle race has been a year in the making for Rains with Set The Scene building a real affinity with the track finishing first three in 12 of 13 starts in an extended campaign that first kicked off last May who can lock away his biggest win since becoming a trainer seven years ago said winning the Carnarvon Cup with Set The Scene has always been on his agenda it’s always been on his radar,” Rains said to Racing WA “His whole preparation has been targeted at it “Essentially those horses he raced against on Sunday will make up the majority of the Carnarvon Cup field if we get a good barrier and good luck in running we’re a live chance and you would think he will go around as favourite “He’s peaking at the right time and hopefully all the plans come off in a fortnight’s time.” Set The Scene has recorded seven wins from 34 starts and although he’s failed in three attempts beyond 1700m it hasn’t dampened Rains’ conviction He says the manner in which Set The Scene dominated the Peter Evans Memorial Handicap and attacked the line leaves him optimistic he has the ability to go a longer distance in the Carnarvon Cup “Obviously there’s a little question mark they usually get the ground,” Rains said “I think the thing that’s really in our favour is how he loves the track I think he’s only missed a placing once horses for courses and I hope it rings true because this fella really loves it there “Maybe the 2000m on the dirt is 1800m on the grass I’m just happy he likes the track.” Adding to Rains’ confidence is the booking of top jockey Natasha Faithfull to partner Set The Scene in the Carnarvon Cup Rains said he made a beeline straight for Faithfull after she steered him home in the Peter Evans Memorial Handicap “She’s in high demand and such a vital cog,” Rains said “As soon as she crossed the line and came back I said tell me your available in two weeks.” .css-wombmx{font-size:xs;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;color:white;}TOP The first stop after arriving in Carnarvon was the Carnarvon Christian School where the Governor and Mrs Dawson were met at the gate by students who were excited to show off their school Principal Stella Jinman and the devoted team led a tour of the school where they witnessed firsthand the dedication warmth and enthusiasm that defines the school In the hall they got to see the art club in action before being treated to music and dance performances Afterwards they enjoyed spending time with student councillors it’s evident that Carnarvon Christian School is committed to nurturing academic excellence We pay tribute to the Whadjuk people of the Noongar Nation as the Traditional Owners of the Boodja (land) on which Government House and Gardens are located We recognise the continuing cultural connection to land waters and community of all Traditional Custodians of Country across Western Australia We pay our respects to all Elders past and present and join them on a journey of reconciliation Chevron Australia has been approved to conduct offshore exploration drilling in the Carnarvon Basin in WA NOPSEMA gave the green light to the project in late 2024, which entails the proposed Wheatstone Deep-1 well targeting a gas reservoir, and the Dino South-1 well targeting a dry gas reservoir The proposed petroleum activity includes drilling Exploration drilling activities will be undertaken by a semi-submersible mobile offshore drilling unit (MODU) Vessels will also be used during the petroleum activity for various support functions The petroleum activity is estimated to take roughly 50 days to complete Chevron was awarded a greenhouse gas assessment permit to explore the Carnarvon Basin for potential carbon capture and storage locations The 2222km2 permit area is located near Barrow Island The exploration campaign is being delivered through a joint venture between Chevron Australia New Ventures The joint venture will now start to assess the technical and commercial feasibility of the geological storage of carbon dioxide in the permit area Subscribe to Energy Today for the latest project and industry news © document.write(new Date().getFullYear()) All Rights Reserved Energy Today is a registered trademark of Prime Creative Media By Teachers and students were both on hand to explain their pride and purpose during a visit by the Governor and his wife to Carnarvon Community College During their regional trip to the Gascoyne region continuing his commitment to encourage continuing education and future young leaders of the state Carnarvon Community College is an Independent Public School serving students and families of all ages across the entire town of Carnarvon In mid-2019 it amalgamated as a single site school and opened new state of the art facilities The school is also home to the Carnarvon Clontarf Academy part of the Clontarf Foundation which aims to get Aboriginal boys to school the Governor and Mrs Dawson learned about the Shooting Stars initiative which aims to use netball and other sports as the vehicle to encourage greater engagement and attendance at school of young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander girls They also visited the College’s KindiLink project which is a play-and-learn initiative for 0 to 3 year old children and their parents/carers The program aims to support children’s development in the years before they start Kindergarten to help prepare for a successful transition to school Carnarvon Energy Limited has reported a setback in the development of the Dorado Phase 1 liquids project has decided against purchasing the previously identified Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO) vessel for the project the operator has opted to postpone entry into Front End Engineering and Design (FEED) at this time the previously targeted Final Investment Decision (FID) for 2025 will be deferred The Dorado JV, comprising Santos Limited (80 per cent and operator) is currently reassessing the project timeline the JV partners maintain strong confidence in the Dorado project and the broader Bedout Basin assets They remain committed to maximising value from these assets and plan to drill further exploration wells in 2026 Carnarvon Energy maintains a robust financial position expressed disappointment regarding the project’s delay but reaffirmed the company’s support for the JV’s value realisation efforts He stated: “Carnarvon is fully supportive of the Joint Venture’s desires to realise value for the asset and will support any initiatives for drilling as soon as possible.” This development marks a significant shift from earlier plans. In July 2024, Carnarvon reported positive progress towards FEED re-entry The company will provide further updates to the market as the JV reviews the project timeline You must be logged in to post a comment Qteq and executive chairman found to have engaged in cartel conduct Woodside reports strong Q1 2025 results driven by Sangomar production India considers scrapping import taxes on US ethane, LPG, and LNG to boost trade ties Deepwater drilling pushes oil and gas industry to navigate evolving regulatory terrain US oil production set to peak in 2027 as shale boom fades, EIA forecasts Woodside greenlights US$17.5b Louisiana LNG project, targeting 2029 start Enstor receives FERC approval for major Mississippi Hub expansion BW Energy greenlights US$107m Golfinho Boost project in Brazil Venture Global’s Calcasieu Pass LNG facility begins commercial operations US revokes Trinidad-Venezuela gas licences, halting projects The decommissioning challenge: How Australia and the UK can collaborate for success Risks of subsea operations necessitate project lifecycle assurance Global bunkering sees steady growth as demand rises Offshore well integrity risk drives urgency for effective decommissioning regime The role of Australia’s oil and gas sector shifts as energy markets make new demands Burrowing bees of Carnarvon are a favourite of tour operator Rennee Turner for two reasons have significant cultural stories attached They’re the keepers of things soft and pretty I love sharing them because they’re endemic to our region,” Rennee says “They don’t have stings so everybody can enjoy them.  I’m allergic to bees’ and once I mention that they can’t sting you It’s something they’ve never been able to enjoy before.” The burrowing bees are one of the elements of Rennee’s Wooramulla Eco Cultural Journeys based around Carnarvon which run from a couple of hours to full days and overnighters take in many elements of Aboriginal culture from language history and traditions of the local Indigenous people.  Rennee also works for the West Australian Museum where a workshop in 2021 gave her an introduction into the tourism industry “I also happened to start a business for cultural awareness training with my mum And it really opened my eyes up to what people want to see and learn about Aboriginal culture and history and our people and country It’s sort of a bit of a melting pot of those two things.” Rennee says clients are looking for a deeper insight into country itself.  getting you to shake that city dust out of your eyes and look at country in a more natural way We do tag-alongs and we do a lot of walking tours for people who want to come and learn about our culture and our people.” She says there is much more interest now in Aboriginal culture than there was “Most people want to go back to nature-based tours and we are the oldest living culture on the planet.” It’s about encouraging visitors to open their eyes and look at things a little differently Rennee poses the question is it a wildflower or is it a weed “People are really taken aback at what they don’t realise is sitting right in front of them That one plant or flower could be many things What starts off as being a food could end up being a medicine.” Most of her guests self-drive to Carnarvon but Rennee says Tourism WA is promoting fly and drive visitors were more local because it was during COVID there have been a lot of international and interstate visitors whether it’s the desert dunes or the ocean dunes we’ve got wetlands where people wouldn’t think they were “Lots of people don’t realise it is so close to the coast And we’re definitely the food bowl of Western Australia.” Rennee also has another business that sits alongside Wooramulla called Bibbi Murra which means mother’s hand.  to give me a little bit of out of season income.”  She is also working with Wooramel River Retreat in Carnarvon “We’re going to be doing some night sky stuff and some afternoon walks watching the sun go down and also having a forage like learning about what people call wildflower weeds We want to be showing them that it’s not quite what you think it is.” “We’ve got the most stunning night sky any time of the year this time of the year is probably one of my favourites because you get to look at the planets a little bit more.”  Rennee says she can also predict what’s going to happen based on weather patterns I predicted we would have probably one of the driest years ahead spot on;  when we were going to have our little licks of rain I predicted that we would have the best wildflower season and didn’t we just have that Some parts of our region haven’t had a wildflower season like that in a hundred years And I think everybody thought I was a little bit crazy after the really hot season we’d had when I said we’re going to have the most amazing season.” Find out more about Wooramulla Journeys at www.wooramulla.com.au or call 0477 126 983 Carnarvon Energy Limited ( (AU:CVN) ) has shared an announcement Carnarvon Energy Limited has announced an on-market buy-back of up to 10% of its ordinary shares following the deferral of its Dorado Development Project approved by the board and funded by the company’s strong cash reserves aims to enhance shareholder value by capitalizing on the current share price which is perceived to undervalue the company’s assets and strong balance sheet Carnarvon Energy Limited operates in the energy sector primarily focusing on oil and gas exploration and production The company is involved in developing key projects and managing its assets to capitalize on market opportunities See more data about CVN stock on TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page Disclaimer & DisclosureReport an Issue Carnarvon Energy Limited ( (AU:CVN) ) has shared an announcement Disclaimer & DisclosureReport an Issue Milky Way over Carnarvon OTC PC: Michael Goh After more than four decades of inactivity the iconic Overseas Telecommunications Commission (OTC) satellite dish in Carnarvon a coastal town situated approximately 900 kilometres north of Perth in Western Australia has successfully received a satellite signal marking a significant milestone in its restoration and future capabilities This accomplishment confirms that the dish is now capable of receiving signals and sets the stage for it to transmit radar pulses to satellites orbiting 37,000 kilometers above the Earth provided insights into the progress and future direction of the project He emphasized the strategic importance of Western Australia’s location for monitoring geostationary spacecraft positioned 36,000 kilometers above the Earth's surface require precise tracking to ensure situational awareness of space objects “We repurpose existing large radio antennas into deep space radar to provide data on objects in high-altitude stationary orbits,” he said Mr Quine said that the Carnarvon dish’s location was ideal for monitoring these spacecraft and measuring their positions with high precision The goal is to facilitate space management and spacecraft coordination as part of the ongoing restoration process When ThothX Australia first acquired the dish and initial tasks focused on restoring its mobility This included flushing the mechanical systems with fresh oil which had become a haven for birds due to the dish’s long inactivity Mr Quine humorously recalled the challenge of removing bird droppings from the drive areas and surfaces of the antenna a task crucial before beginning mechanical refurbishments the restoration involved cleaning and painting a small test area of the dish to assess the effectiveness of new coatings Mr Quine said the challenges of repainting the large aluminum structure a task requiring careful consideration of paint types to ensure proper adherence and durability With the successful reception of satellite signals the project is now progressing toward its next milestones The restoration of the OTC dish not only revives an iconic piece of Australia’s telecommunications history but also advances the country’s role in satellite communication and space management Listen to Ngaarda Media’s Lead Journalist speak with Brendan Quine Ngaarda RadioPhotography ShowcaseVideo Showcase Book Our ServicesBecome a SponsorVolunteer With Us About UsBlog & NewsContact Us Legal DocumentsComplaints Send us your email address to receive the latest news and updates straight to your inbox Santos Energy has deferred entry to front-end engineering and design (FEED) for the Phase 1 Dorado liquids projects in the Bedout Basin offshore Western Australia Santos has chosen not to purchase an FPSO that had been identified as an option for Phase 1 planning continues for drilling further exploration wells in 2026 in line with commitments “Given the quality of the Dorado project we at Carnarvon are disappointed by this latest deferral to the project," Carnarvon CEO Philip Huizenga said “Carnarvon is fully supportive of the joint venture’s desires to realize value for the asset and will support any initiatives for drilling as soon as possible.” An official website of the United States government A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States ) or https:// means you’ve safely connected to the .gov website Share sensitive information only on official Emergency Information for American Citizens Western Australia and the United States’ space cooperation will be celebrated in Carnarvon this weekend as the town marks 60 years since the opening of its NASA Tracking Station The station was commissioned in 1964 and played a significant role in supporting NASA’s Gemini Apollo and Skylab programs including the historic 1969 Moon Landing It was responsible for giving NASA spacecraft the final ‘go-ahead’ to enter space and employed more than 200 people at the height of its operations Carnarvon Space & Technology Museum is hosting anniversary celebrations this Saturday with activities including a public talk with former Tracking Station staff known as “Trackers” and a stargazing night Consul General Perth Somer Bessire-Briers said NASA and Australia have been partners in space for more than half a century “Carnarvon Tracking Station staff were the pioneers of WA’s space industry paving the way for today’s U.S.-WA space cooperation which spans robotics NASA Deputy Associate Administrator for Space Communications and Navigation (SCaN) Kevin Coggins said the station tracked the heartbeats of Gemini and other essential data critical to the well-being of their spacecraft “To the people who worked at Carnarvon Tracking Station and to the town of Carnarvon – NASA and SCaN thank you for your service You’ve helped make history and continue to inspire humankind’s future.” Carnarvon Space & Technology Museum founder Phil Youd said “It will be great to get some of the “Trackers” back together for potentially one last time.” “Former staff are in their golden years and since the 50th anniversary of landing on the 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Carnarvon WA 6701105 McGlade's Road Carnarvon WA 670160 & 80 Lawson St Carnarvon WA 6701 BACKGROUNDThe Desert Sweet Banana Farm was established in 2004 as the owners saw an opportunity to provide high quality produce in one of the most fertile regions of the state. In 2008 the McGlades Rd property was purchased to expand the operation. More recently the Lawson St property (12.32 Ha 30.45 Acres) was acquired by the Hardman's as freehold land with nearly 6 Ha planted to bananas. They set about developing a state-of-the-art horticulture farm and as it stands today they have achieved that goal. Desert Sweet Banana is recognised as one of the leading banana producers in the Gascoyne region producing a high-quality bananas and melons. The real feature of the property is the steady stream on income for 12 months of the year with payment proceeds for bananas and watermelons paid weekly. LOCATIONThe properties are located in the Shire of Carnarvon with the Home Farm approximately 7 km from Carnarvon and McGlade's Block some 14 km from town, with Lawson St Farm approximately 15 km to the Carnarvon CBD. The majority of this land is composed of good river system soils. These soils range from a light textured red earthy sand to a medium textured red earthy loam. AREAThe productive area of the farm spans an area of 38.57 hectares, of which 21.418 hectares are fully developed and optimized for the production of bananas. Around 2.0 hectares of melons are planted annually. PRODUCTIONIn the summer months, depending on seasonal conditions between 1500 2000 crates of bananas are picked per week, while in the winter months between 700 800 crates are picked. On average Desert Sweet produces around 60,000 crates of bananas and 450 x 350 kg bins of melons annually. WATERAll properties have Netafim micro sprinklers and "T" tape with the system run by Netafim automated controllers and are managed by a central computer at the office or onsite. The system can also be operated using a smartphone. All properties have basin "A" river allocations. Total combined allocation is 446,000kl. INFRASTRUCTUREThe property is well serviced with an array of comfortable accommodation, 4 general purpose and storage sheds with the main on-farm packing facility is capable of handling over 100,000 crates per annum. WALK-IN-WALK-OUTOne of the real benefits of the Desert Sweet Banana Farm is that it comes with a complete set of plant and equipment required to operate the business. Included in the plant and equipment list are tractors, trucks, spreaders, planting equipment, processing equipment, quad bikes, boom spray and a large assorted sundry equipment. 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Canaccord’s Tom Prendiville maintained a buy rating and lifted Evolution Mining’s (ASX:EVN) price target from $5.75 to $6.15 after hitting guidance by producing 195,000oz of gold at all in sustaining costs or $1547/oz in the December quarter EVN is on track to hit FY25 guidance of 710,000-780,000oz at $1475-1575/oz with Canaccord’s predicting 748,000oz at $1580/oz Prendiville says its gearing will fall from 23% to 21% by the end of FY25 hitting a target level of 15% by the end of the year “We assume EVN reaches its optimal gearing level of ~15% by December 2025 at which point its capital management optionality increases,” he told clients “We continue to flag surplus cash generation potential in FY26 funded by ~$1.8b in OCF to cover growth and LT development capex of ~$570m debt repayments of ~$100m and dividends of ~$200m Canaccord thinks EVN’s free cash flow yield in FY25 and FY26 will outstrip big competitor Northern Star and has also revised its model to increase EBITDA by 7% in FY25 and FY26 with a major development to expand the mill at the Mungari mine in WA nine months ahead of schedule and 6% below budget UK analyst Alex Bedwany lifted his price target from 17p to 19p on London-listed Greatland Gold which is expected to list on the ASX this year after announcing 30,000oz of gold and 1189t of copper production from its first month in charge of the Telfer mine gold mine after its US$475m purchase from Newmont That compared favourably to Canaccord’s estimates of 22,000oz and 915t From the good to the very, very ugly, Carnarvon Energy (ASX:CVN) was hammered this week after the majority owner of the Dorado oil discovery of WA’s coast indefinitely deferred a final investment decision originally due in 2025 Santos decided not to purchase a floating production storage and offloading vessel and deferred feed entry CVN holds 10% of the project and is sitting on $180m of cash slashed its price target heavily from 38c to 18c on the news Analyst Declan Bonnick told clients the Perth broker now thinks FID will only happen in 2026 modelling $230m of first year net EBITDA only in 2029 Dorado was touted as the largest oil discovery in WA’s North West Shelf in three decades when it was identified in 2018 “We maintain our Buy recommendation on valuation grounds however decrease our Price Target to $0.18/sh (from $0.38/sh) based on a further year delay to first oil in our DCF-derived Dorado development valuation and an increased risking of CVN’s asset base given the timing uncertainty,” Bonnick said “Our risked valuation is consistent with the value of the cash and the carry funding value demonstrating the large potential future upside remaining when milestones A strategic process which could lead to a potential takeover or asset divestment for CVN led by JP Morgan remains ongoing Its shares have nearly halved in value since that was revealed in May last year It’s brighter news for gold miners in the Euroz coverage universe. 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Sign in here Energy News Bulletin (ENB) is the Asia Pacific region's most comprehensive source of daily energy news providing unparalleled insight into the Energy sector through expert commentary and researched features each focused on a key discussion point for the energy sector brought to you by the Energy News Bulletin Intelligence team Energy News Bulletin’s new report examines what the energy and resources industry thinks of the idea of a nuclear-powered Australia ENB’s CCS Report 2024 finds that CCS could be the much-needed magic bullet for Australia’s decarbonisation drive ENB’s latest Cost Report findings provide optimism as investments in oil and gas ENB’s inaugural Future of Energy Report details the industry outlook on the medium-to-long-term future for the sector in the Asia Pacific region By The Governor concluded his visit to the Gascoyne Region at the Carnarvon Police and Community Youth Centre (PCYC) He was welcomed by PCYC Chairperson Geoff Stooke AM Centre Manager Gordon Muslin and centre staff who took the Governor and Mrs Dawson on a tour of facilities A hub for young people from across Carnarvon there’s a wide range of programs and facilities on offer at the centre set up to support them They were treated to a performance from the Coral Spawn Dancers and Pundarra Performance Group and had the opportunity to see the safeSPACE arts program at work SafeSPACE is a diversionary program that creates a space away from home after school PCYC also facilitates referrals to other agencies and services for these young people if needed Carnarvon PCYC is also home to a brand-new automotive workshop and a 24/7 gym the Governor was able to see the junior boxing group at work and watch some fierce and friendly competition around the ping pong and pool tables Photo by TK Images for Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty An aerial view of 119 Carnarvon Drive captures the home's stunning square footage and grounds One Houston-area city took the top slot on a new list of "the 100 Best Places to Live in 2025." The list — from relocation marketing platform Livability.com — put Sugar Land at No 3 for its appealing size and affordability The list was restricted to small and mid-size cities with populations between 75,000-500,000 residents And it also considered only cities with a median home value of $500,000 or less They considered factors such as average rent and home prices relative to income to keep their list centered around affordability And while Sugar Land did come in at No. 3, the site specifies that the list is not a numbered ranking but one where users are encouraged to create their own ranking based on personal priorities Sugar Land earned the third highest score out of all the cities on the report with a LivScore totaling 854 out of 1,000 possible points with a population of more than 118,000 residents and a median household income that's well into the six-figures Homeowners have median home values of $402,094 "The city is known for being one of the more affluent and rapidly growing master-planned communities in Texas, and the area saw a huge population boom in the late ’90s that has continued to grow," a profile says Sugar Land has 27 city parks that include 35 miles of trails.sugarlandtx.gov/ Sugar Land ranked the highest for its health (89) The report said it's a "business-friendly" city bolstered by its residents' entrepreneurial spirit when it comes to biotech Livability also praises Sugar Land's lively art scene, safe neighborhoods, school districts, recreational activities, and more. "For families, there are many places to explore, including the Houston Museum of Natural Science at Sugar Land, which features a unique saltwater aquarium, and the Fort Bend Children’s Discovery Center with various interactive and engaging exhibits," the profile says. "Catch a game at Constellation Field, home to the Sugar Land Space Cowboys, the Triple-A Minor League Baseball affiliate of the Houston Astros." Seven other Texas cities were also included in the list of best places to live in the U.S.: Flower Mound (875 points), Round Rock (793 points), New Braunfels (758 points), Midland (712 points), College Station (711 points), Tyler (676 points), and Abilene (659 points). The top 10 cities that earned the most points on Livability's list are: A recent New South Wales Government audit into Sydney's Crown cemeteries revealed multiple religious groups are set to run out of burial space by 2026. The Sydney Morning Herald revealed over the weekend that Lidcombe's Carnarvon Golf Club in western Sydney has been earmarked for conversion to a cemetery. GUEST: Lynda Voltz, New South Wales State Labor Member for Auburn The government delayed plans to convert the course into a cemetery.(ABC: Emma Wynne) Published: 2h agoMon 5 May 2025 at 10:30pm Published: 2h agoMon 5 May 2025 at 10:15pm Published: 2h agoMon 5 May 2025 at 10:06pm Download the ABC listen app to text and call your favourite live radio Editor's note: This feature first appeared in the May-June 2024 issue of Offshore magazine. Click here to view the full issue. For the past two years, West Perth-based Carnarvon Energy has been seeking to sanction and advance the Dorado project, a field development project that it is developing in partnership with operator and majority-owner Santos. But inflation, disruptions in the supply chain, and environmental regulations have conspired to delay the project, which still awaits FID. Getting that project going, and leading Carnarvon Energy into the energy transition are among the key goals being advanced by CEO Philip Huizenga. He joined Carnarvon in early 2007 as Principal Petroleum Engineer and was quickly promoted to Chief Operating Officer. Last December, after a flurry of board and management changes, Huizenga took over as CEO, a role that also incorporated his duties as chief operating officer.  Huizenga has an extensive engineering background with nearly 20 years in the oil and gas industry, including many years of rig exposure at offshore sites and in remote locations, and with several years reservoir engineering experience. When he first joined the company, he oversaw a rise in output at the onshore Wichian Buri fields in Thailand from about 100 barrels per day to 15,000 barrels per day, followed by the eventual sale of the Thai assets in 2014. That helped fund Carnarvon’s play-opening exploration campaign in the Bedout basin offshore Western Australia, which kicked off with the Phoenix South discovery in 2014, followed by the 2016 Roc discovery and the game-changing 2018 Dorado discovery.   Recently, Huizenga spoke with Offshore to provide an update on the Dorado project, Carnarvon’s E&P campaigns in the Bedout basin generally, and the ways in which Carnarvon is working to promote the energy transition and environmental safety.                                                              *** Huizenga: Carnarvon first acquired exploration licences in the Bedout sub-basin in 2009 and what attracted us to the area was hydrocarbon discoveries from the early 1980s at wells in Phoenix 1 and 2. There was evidence of great reservoir from these wells and the nearby Keraudren-1 well, however, a lack of modern 3D seismic data meant the area was unloved and overlooked for decades. Excitingly, the identified exploration upside potential across Carnarvon’s permits in the Bedout is 9TCF of gas and 1.6 billion barrels of oil (Pmean, Gross). This prospective resource estimate has been calculated across top targets identified in the Ara, Wallace, Wendolene, Starbuck and Pavo South clusters within our four Bedout exploration licence areas. One of the other key advantages when it comes to production for Carnarvon and its joint venture partners is the proximity of the Pavo field to Dorado. Being only 46 km away means we can achieve economies of scale by plugging production from the Pavo field into Dorado production facilities through a simple low-cost tie-back design. The single biggest barrier to conducting further drilling in the Bedout is scarce availability of suitable rigs in Australia, which means further drilling has been deferred to at least 2025. Huizenga: Carnarvon has been working diligently with its joint venture partners towards achieving FID in 2024. Recent updates to the Phase 1 liquids development project design have focused on improving economics through optimised utilisation of the proposed production facilities. This will provide better value by reducing upfront capital outlay, optimising the production rate and capacity in keeping with a phased development approach, and potentially expediting the pathway to first oil. Huizenga: Like any project, getting Dorado FID-ready has required balanced management of many moving parts. From a production permitting perspective Dorado is already sanctioned through its Offshore Project Proposal (NOPSEMA) and Production Licence (NOPTA) approvals last year. Carnarvon and operator Santos have commenced compiling Environmental Plans (EPs) for activity relating to Dorado development and production, which are anticipated to be submitted for material approval ahead of FID. While in the recent past there was a period of offshore environmental regulatory instability, confidence is returning to the sector as witnessed by the raft of environmental plan approvals and offshore sector activity, particularly in the last six months. Huizenga: We are eager to get into drilling campaigns at a number of prospective future oil and gas fields, such as Ara, Wallace, Wendolene, Starbuck and Pavo South clusters within our four Bedout exploration licence areas. These prospects could either add to the Dorado and Pavo fields in maintaining efficient use of the proposed Phase 1 liquids facilities at Dorado, or form the backbone for a future Phase 2 gas export system.  We almost have an embarrassment of potential targets, and through our systematic approach to exploration, we are confident of future discoveries being tied into Dorado or other future facilities. Huizenga: Working on a project of the quality and high-profile project given Dorado is the largest undeveloped liquids project currently in Australia, is very attractive to many in the industry. Since we are still working towards a final investment decision targeted towards the end of this year, we are in active discussions with appropriate contractors and suppliers who will work with us to make Dorado a fantastic project. While we did see some supply chain concerns a few years ago, and that led us to defer an FID decision until later this year, our view of the market is that these concerns are less applicable today. Huizenga: The joint venture welcomed the arrival of CPC Corp. in 2023 following Carnarvon’s divestment of 10% of its Bedout assets. Santos as the majority project shareholder (80%) remains the operator and is driving the pathway to development and production. The Carnarvon team works closely with Santos and CPC to assess, improve and implement project design, the pathway to FID and ultimately development and production. Huizenga: The Dorado field lies approximately 150 km from the coast and around 300 km from other oil and gas facilities. This distance from infrastructure led to the decision to design stand-alone facilities, such as a floating production, storage and offloading (FPSO) vessel. Being located in relatively shallow water at around 85-90 meters allows for the use of a well head platform (WHP) to house the wells. The Dorado subsurface field is a very compact structure and hence all of the hydrocarbons are able to be accessed by drilling from a single WHP, central to the field. The development concept of a WHP and FPSO is common in the industry, and similar to other facilities in the North-West Shelf, giving more assurance that this is the preferred concept. Carnarvon recently outlined some optimization to the base concept, allowing for an overall lower cost for the same design. Work is ongoing on the engineering ahead of construction expected to commence next year once a final investment decision has been made. Huizenga: Given the remote location of the facilities, power generation will primarily use a fraction of the extensive gas resources available, with most of the gas produced being reinjected to both enhance liquids production and storage for a future Phase 2 gas export system. Emissions reductions are being engineered into the project, with systems such as waste heat capture being integral to the project. Huizenga: Carnarvon has been actively working to decarbonize and offset its emissions, and we are currently operating as a net zero carbon emitting company. We’ve also been acquiring Australian Carbon Credit Units (ACCUs) on the market to offset emissions from Dorado, accumulating enough to date to offset the project’s first five years of production, and ensuring we are prepared to operate within the safeguard mechanisms as outlined by the regulatory authorities. Watch 1m 45sDirector of NASA's Space Communications and Navigation (SCAN) Program Kevin Coggins wishes well the former staff at the Carnarvon tracking station as it celebrates 60 years. CNN and the BBC World Service which is copyright and cannot be reproduced AEST = Australian Eastern Standard Time which is 10 hours ahead of GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) The residents of HC-One’s Fosse Way View Care Home in Bingham enjoyed a visit from Year 3 pupils of Carnarvon School who brought smiles and creativity to the home in celebration of Mother’s Day who invited the children to take part in a special activity—making Mother’s Day cards and bunches of daffodils sitting in the home’s garden under the warm sunshine alongside the residents The children tied ribbons around the bunches of daffodils and crafted beautiful handmade cards These unique cards featured a flowerpot design on them creating a lovely keepsake for Mother’s Day along with highlights of the latest sector news and more from The Carer delivered directly to your inbox twice a week The Carer is published by RBC Publishing Ltd Contributions are welcome for consideration no responsibility will be accepted for loss or damage Views expressed are not necessarily those of the publisher or the editorial team Whilst every care is taken to ensure accuracy the publisher will assume no responsibility for any effects All material is assumed copyright free unless otherwise advised Never see this message again. Reward Minerals has made the decision to focus its resources exclusively on the Carnarvon postash project (CPP) in Western Australia The decision follows Reward’s announcement in May that it had readied its novel potassium sulphate (SOP) processing technology for commercialisation as soon as possible Reward will surrender its Kumpupintil Lake potash project tenements in WA to focus on the project and progressing its SOP technology “Processing methods and logistics are critical components of potash production cost profiles hence we see major advantages using our technology in conjunction with established salt operations and transport infrastructure in coastal areas where better logistics exist.” Next steps will see Reward progress the design and statutory approval of initial work programs at Carnarvon as well as continue engagement with solar salt fertiliser and seawater desalination companies worldwide to discuss the application of Reward’s technology and proposed SOP developments for possible joint venture participation and investment “If we can demonstrate the successful use of our technology at the CPP it could lead to the adoption of the technology by solar seawater salt operators in Western Australia and change the landscape for SOP production globally,” Hughs said “Using seawater bitterns which are routinely discarded from long life solar salt operations is the most ESG friendly method to recover SOP that exists in seawater “If existing operations adopt our technology to recover SOP and also transition to use solar and wind in their energy mix we could see the cost of the highly sought after fertiliser reduce dramatically compared to current methods.” Subscribe to Australian Mining and receive the latest news on product announcements Australian Mining has informed the industry on the latest news and technologies from across the mining sector Australian Mining is a leading resource showcasing the latest in mining innovation The Worcester Locomotive Society has announced that an agreement has been reached that will see the boiler for Kitson ‘Carnarvon’ overhauled at Works is currently restoring and assembling the chassis for the locomotive and it is hoped that the locomotive will be in steam in the not-too-distant future and the locomotive was last steamed in 1989 at the Bulmers Railway Centre It is now owned by the Worcester Locomotive Society Have you seen Carnarvon in steam before? Let us know in the comments below You must be logged in to post a comment The locomotive number plate is similar to NZGR style as used on most of their steam locomotives The builder is under-represented in preservation Michael Holden posted an update 4 hours ago David Spencer posted an update 5 hours ago David Spencer posted an update 5 hours ago David Spencer posted an update 5 hours ago Pete Wilding posted an update 8 hours ago AUSTRALIA — Carnarvon Energy Limited has provided an update on the Dorado Phase 1 liquids development project off the coast of Western Australia highlighting significant progress in optimising production rates and reducing capital expenditure comprising Santos Limited (80 per cent operator) is exploring several measures to improve the project’s economics These initiatives are expected to considerably reduce the overall capital expenditure for the Phase 1 liquids development and potentially shorten the time to first oil Carnarvon CEO Philip Huizenga expressed optimism about the project’s progress stating: “I am pleased with the progress the Dorado project has made and am excited by the re-shaping of the project which is expected to reduce the total capital outlay by Carnarvon.” The joint venture plans to resume the front-end engineering design (FEED) process later this year with a final investment decision (FID) expected in 2025 This timeline allows for a thorough evaluation of potential cost-saving opportunities and the securing of necessary environmental approvals Carnarvon estimates that the overall capital expenditure prior to the first oil will be below the previous guidance of approximately US$2 billion The company expects to be fully funded for its share of development costs citing its strong cash position of $176 million (approximately US$115 million) as of March 31 a US$90 million development funding cost carry and the potential for additional debt financing The Dorado project considered one of Australia’s largest oil discoveries in recent decades is viewed as a critical development for improving the country’s liquid fuel security With proposed annual gross production between 27 million and 36 million barrels it has the potential to surpass current national production levels As the joint venture continues to refine the project design and economics stakeholders await further updates on this significant offshore development that could play a crucial role in Australia’s energy landscape You must be logged in to post a comment