AGSO-APIRA Project: Petroleum Systems Analysis for North West Shelf Basins

Eight basin modules covering the North West Shelf, Petrel Sub-basin, and Papuan basin in PNG form the basis of this petroleum systems analysis. Two linked relational databases contain biostratigraphic data (STRATDAT) and reservoir, facies, and hydrocarbon shows data (RESFACS). The project's key results compare source rock quality and hydrocarbon generation timing across similar systems in different areas.

Use Cases

• Comparing source rock quality and hydrocarbon generation timing between different basins based on the petroleum systems analyses.
• Conducting time-series searches of biostratigraphic and reservoir data using the described geologically intelligent routines.
• Correlating reservoir facies and hydrocarbon shows with stratigraphic age data from the linked STRATDAT and RESFACS databases.
• Evaluating exploration risk in the Beagle Sub-basin and other North West Shelf modules using the project's integrated analyses.

Strengths

• Covers eight specific basin modules, providing a structured regional analysis.
• Integrates two distinct but linked relational databases (STRATDAT and RESFACS) for cross-referencing data types.
• Includes data from the Papuan basin in Papua New Guinea, extending coverage beyond Australia.

Limitations

• Critical metadata is missing: no column names, row counts, file sizes, or specific license information are provided.
• The listed last update date of 2026-04-30 appears to be a future date, casting doubt on metadata accuracy.
• Documentation is sparse, with only high-level project descriptions and no details on data access or structure.

Provenance

Source

Geoscience Australia Data, as part of the AGSO-APIRA Australian Petroleum Systems Project.

Collection Method

Data compilation and analysis from petroleum exploration activities; establishment of relational databases.

Freshness

Last updated: 2026-04-30 14:33:48.781543 (Note: This is a future date, indicating a potential metadata error).

Geography

North West Shelf of Australia, Petrel Sub-basin, and the Papuan basin in Papua New Guinea.