Otway Basin Palynological Data from 14 Wells

Geoscience Australia's Otway Basin Project produced new and revised palynological data from 2002-2004. The dataset includes over 200 new samples from 14 wells and revised data from 18 wells, standardized for taxonomy. Data files are provided in CSV format alongside original consultant reports.

Use Cases

• Refine age-control and biozonations for the Otway Basin based on palynological analysis.
• Integrate biostratigraphic data with seismic and well interpretation for chronostratigraphic framework construction.
• Perform petroleum systems analysis using standardized taxonomic data for correlation.
• Review and update existing biostratigraphic reports with quality-controlled data.

Strengths

• Includes over 200 new palynological samples collected from 14 selected wells.
• Provides revised data from 18 Otway Basin wells adhering to a standardized taxonomy.
• Data underwent quality assurance and control processes, including synonym and systematic updates.

Limitations

• Column-level documentation is absent; field semantics must be inferred after download.
• Row count is unknown, which may limit suitability assessment.
• Last updated 2026-05-05 02:16:49.007092; freshness should be verified.

Provenance

Source

Geoscience Australia, Primary Industries and Resources SA (PIRSA), Department of Primary Industries (DPI), Victoria

Collection Method

New samples collected, processed, and analyzed by Geoscience Australia staff and Morgan Palaeo Associates; existing data reviewed and standardized.

Time Range

Project conducted 2002-2004.

Geography

Otway Basin, Australia.