The Roma to Brisbane Pipeline or Wallumbilla to Brisbane Pipeline is a natural gas pipeline in Queensland, Australia. It is one of five major natural gas pipelines in the state. It is the oldest operating natural gas pipeline in Australia. Operations began in March 1969.[1] An opening ceremony was attended by the premier, Joh Bjelke-Petersen.[2]
| Roma to Brisbane Pipeline | |
|---|---|
| Location | |
| Country | Australia |
| State | Queensland |
| General direction | east-west |
| From | Wallumbilla, Queensland |
| To | Brisbane |
| General information | |
| Type | Natural gas |
| Owner | APA Group |
| Operator | APA Group |
| Commissioned | 1969 |
| Technical information | |
| Length | 438 km (272 mi) |
The pipeline was constructed by Thiess Pty Ltd.[2] Reserves discovered by 1964 justified the need for a pipeline to markets.[2]
The pipeline moves gas from the fields at Wallumbilla to markets in Brisbane and regional networks via a 438 kilometre long network.[3] Both conventional and coal seam gas are transported.[4]
Gas flow is bi-directional.[5] The Oakey Power Station was strategically built at Oakey on the pipeline to help ensure supply.
The pipeline is owned by APA Group and follows regulations set out by the Australian Energy Regulator.[5]
See also
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References
edit- ^ "Pipeline Facts and Figures". www.apga.org.au. Australian Pipelines and Gas Association. Retrieved 18 November 2021.
- ^ a b c "The Roma to Brisbane Natural Gas Pipeline – 1969". www.pipeliner.com.au. 16 March 2016. Retrieved 18 November 2021.
- ^ "Gas transmission and distribution". www.business.qld.gov.au. Government of Queensland. 27 April 2018. Retrieved 18 November 2021.
- ^ "QLD: Roma Brisbane Pipeline". www.aemc.gov.au. Australian Energy Market Commission. Retrieved 18 November 2021.
- ^ a b "Roma to Brisbane Pipeline". www.apga.org.au. Australian Pipelines and Gas Association. Retrieved 18 November 2021.