Not exactly.
My understanding is that the duration of the total work associated with gaining NOPSEMA approval would prevent a drill before 12/2/22.
I think Keith Pitt and/or his advisers would be well aware of that so if/when KP hands down an approval, a discussion would be held with Advent to re-calibrate the Y4 program start date. As we know, KP is empowered to do this.
In relation to a drill before the election, I believe we have already passed the date for approval that would have enabled this, IMO the drill will take place post election. I think election will be after Easter in 2022 as they won't clash with the holiday break or the SA general election the date for which is already locked in.
As to an August approval, I can't see any reason why not. That being said, I also can't see any reason why he needs to wait until then, and I also know that he could choose to wait until after August. Such a stupid system isn't it.
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