Gas and pipeline infrastructure FAQs

Information for how to excavate around underground gas and pipeline assets should be obtained from each asset owner.

The best resource for this information is Before You Dig Australia (BYDA)

Licensing of gas retailers is handled by the Essential Services Commission.

Visit their website or phone 1300 664 969 for more information.

Energy Safe has issued guidelines on the requirements of Safety Cases and Safety Management Plans, see Gas pipeline and infrastructure safety

We have issued guidance material and an application form for ministerial consent under Section 120 of the Pipelines Act 2005.

For more information, see Gas pipeline and infrastructure safety