L214 Northwest Northern Territory Seismic Survey (NW NT Seismic Survey)

Brief description

To access the survey data and related products, please contact clientservices@ga.gov.au and quote eCat#149287. The following products are available, with some accessible via direct download and others available upon request: Products Available for Direct Download: — Processed stack – DMO, Post-stack Time Migration, Prestack Time Migration — Published on 28/06/2024 – Prestack Depth Migration — Published on 30/07/2024 Products Available via Request: — Field data (Raw Shot Gathers, SPS files, Observer Logs, Ancillary Data, etc.) — Published on 13/03/2024

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Maintenance and Update Frequency: asNeeded

Statement: The Northwest Northern Territory (NWNT) 2D Seismic Survey, part of the Australian Government's Exploring for the Future (EFTF) program, was conducted by Geoscience Australia and the Northern Territory Geological Survey from 5 August to 20 September 2023. It aimed to map the subsurface geology of areas including the Birrindudu Basin, Kalkarindji Igneous Province, Tanami Orogen, and Wolfe Basin, acquiring approximately 846 kilometers of seismic data. This effort sought to reveal geological structures, assess resource potential, and stimulate exploration and investment in northwest Northern Territory, contributing to the sustainable development of Australia's natural resources.

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Purpose
The Northwest Northern Territory Seismic Survey is designed to significantly advance our understanding and exploration of one of Australia's most promising yet underexplored regions. Supported by the Australian Government's Exploring for the Future (EFTF) program, this initiative embodies a collaborative effort between Geoscience Australia and the Northern Territory Geological Survey. Its primary aim is to delineate the subsurface geological features within the Birrindudu Basin, Kalkarindji Suite, Tanami, and Wolfe Basin through the acquisition of approximately 846 kilometers of high-resolution seismic data. This strategic seismic exploration is pivotal for unlocking the vast potential for minerals, hydrocarbons, and groundwater resources inherent within these areas. By providing detailed insights into the region's basin structures, fault systems, and potential zones of mineralization, the survey fosters a conducive environment for future exploration endeavours, thereby stimulating investment and facilitating the sustainable development of natural resources. Moreover, the NWNT 2D Seismic Survey contributes to the broader geoscientific community by enhancing our geological knowledge of the continent, particularly in its frontier regions. Through the dissemination of precompetitive geoscience data, this initiative underlines Australia's commitment to remaining at the cutting edge of exploration technology and methodology, promoting innovation, and encouraging collaborative exploration activities. Ultimately, the survey aims to catalyse economic growth and development in the northwest Northern Territory, ensuring a sustainable and prosperous future for Australia's natural resource sectors.