2002 Interpretation of Regional Aeromagnetic & Gravity Data in the S.E. Bonaparte Basin, W.A. & N.T.

Abstract

This report covers the compilation, processing and preliminary 'blind' geophysical interpretation of open file government aeromagnetic and gravity data which covers the southeastern portion of the Bonaparte Basin within the permits EP66, EP74, RL1 & EP386 (WA). A brief literature review was also carried out to tie the interpreted geophysical features to the regional geology, stratigraphy and basin evolution. The interpretation was carried out without the use of seismic data as a cost effective way assessing basement tectonics and identifying targets area where hydrocarbons generated in depocentres have the potential to migrate into structural and sedimentological traps.