Research locations

GISERA's research takes place across Australia

Research across the themes of ground and surface waters, agriculture, socio-economic impacts, air quality, biodiversity, land and infrastructure, and health take place nationally – in New South Wales, the Northern Territory, Queensland, South Australia and Western Australia. Click on the map to identify research projects via location or use the links below to learn more about the research carried out in each state and territory.

GISERA research locations map

New South Wales

GISERA expanded its social and environmental research focus to NSW in 2015. Work was initially focused around the Macarthur and Narrabri regions of NSW.

Northern Territory

In September 2018, GISERA partnered with the Northern Territory Government to deliver independent and transparent advice on gas development in the Territory.

Queensland

Since GISERA’s launch in 2011, over 30 projects have commenced in Qld and most have been completed. Work has been centered around the Surat Basin.

South Australia

In 2018, GISERA partnered with the South Australian Government to investigate the environmental, social and economic impacts of conventional gas development in South East South Australia.

Western Australia

In July 2020, GISERA partnered with the Western Australian Government to deliver independent and transparent advice on gas development.