Extensional basin - forming structures in bass strait and their importance for hydrocarbon exploration

M. A. Etheridge*, J. C. Branson, P. G. Stuart-Smith

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Abstract

The Bass, Gippsland and Otway Basins of southeastern Australia were initiated by north-northeast to south-southwest lithospheric extension, largely during the Early Cretaceous. The extensional stage was followed by a Late Cretaceous to Pliocene thermal subsidence stage and a late stage of compressional tectonic overprinting. The major extensional structures have had an important influence on all stages of the evolution of these basins. It is contended that a thorough understanding of their extensional framework is an important factor in hydrocarbon exploration of these and other basins.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)344-361
Number of pages18
JournalAPEA Journal
Volume25
Issue numberpt 1
Publication statusPublished - 1985
Externally publishedYes

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