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$52bn deal between country’s two largest oil and gas companies would have created dominant liquefied natural gas provider
Argument that oil major’s Barossa project would disturb ancestral beings proves insufficient
Combination would consolidate almost all of Australia’s liquefied natural gas sector
Discussions over creation of Australian national champion in LNG production follow two large US deals
Landmark judgment finds indigenous people were not properly consulted about Barossa offshore project
Tiwi islanders claim project backers failed to consult them over 300km pipeline
Santos boss says most gas is contracted to Asia as worries build over Moscow’s reprisals in case of war
Santos aims to store CO2 underground to reduce emissions but critics question its targets
Chair Rick Lee failed to reveal offer when questioned by analysts a day before bid was disclosed
Government backs development that farmers fear will damage land and livelihoods
It might be easier for executives to avoid difficult questions if there is no one in the room
Anadarko-led LNG project set for investment approval in 2019
US energy investor complains group made ‘no meaningful attempt’ to engage offer
Australian oil and gas group says higher oil prices have reduced bid’s attractiveness
Supporters see boon in end of fracking ban, but critics fear ‘ecological disaster’
Shareholders in the oil and gas producer should welcome this opportunity for a decent payout
Sweetened offer comes as private equity groups scour globe for gas assets
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