Australian government approves Woodside’s NWS project extension

Environmental groups slammed the decision despite the boost to energy security

Meg O'Neill was appointed as Woodside Energy's chief executive in August 2021. — Meg O'Neill was appointed as Woodside Energy's chief executive in August 2021.Photo: WOODSIDE ENERGY

Amanda Battersby

Asia Bureau ChiefSingapore

Published 12 September 2025, 07:00Updated 12 September 2025, 07:00

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