Resources Minister Keith Pitt urged to make a decision on PEP 11

Matthew Kelly
Updated April 20 2021 - 7:33am, first published 7:00am
No way: An application to extend an offshore gas exploration licence has attracted widespread opposition between Port Stephens and Sydney.
No way: An application to extend an offshore gas exploration licence has attracted widespread opposition between Port Stephens and Sydney.

Resources Minister Keith Pitt says he will not rush a decision on a controversial proposal to explore for gas off the coast between Sydney and Newcastle.

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Matthew Kelly

Matthew Kelly

Journalist

Matthew Kelly has worked as a journalist for more than 25 years. He has been working as a general reporter at the Newcastle Herald since 2018. In recent years he has reported on subjects including environment, energy, water security, manufacturing and higher education. He has previously covered issues including the health and environmental impacts of uncovered coal wagons in the Hunter Valley, the pollution of legacy of former industrial sites and freedom of information issues.

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