A planning dispute at Onslow has illustrated one of the many issues facing the oil and gas sector as it proceeds with a huge decommissioning challenge.
The Shire of Ashburton has stepped up its legal battle with Onslow Marine Supply Base, issuing three new stop work notices to halt decommissioning work for Chevron.
Developing a technology road map and finding options for local recycling will be two initial projects of a new decommissioning centre for the oil and gas industry.