Norwest has vast potential for shale gas in Perth Basin March 19, 2010

Norwest Energy (ASX:NWE) is pursuing shale gas opportunities in the Perth Basin.

The Company has an interest in AWE (ASX: AWE) acreage in the basin including EP413. Norwest has a 55.606% interest in EP413. In addition Norwest has interests in other permits in the Basin with shale gas potential. The total acreage, net to Norwest, is 376,211 acres (1522.5sq.km).

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For further information, please contact:

Peter Munachen or Ernie Myers on
08-9227 3240, or email info@norwestenergy.com.au

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