Australia to release nearly 20% of fuel stockpile as Bowen insists country ‘nowhere near’ running out

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 1 min read 100% complete by Luca IttimaniMarch 13, 2026 at 02:50 AM

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Australia will release nearly 20% of its fuel stockpile after a government directive to fuel companies. Energy Minister Chris Bowen announced the move, acknowledging potential pressure on fuel supplies but dismissing options like cutting the fuel excise or rationing. The government is reducing fuel companies' minimum stock obligations to free up petrol and diesel. The released fuel will be directed to regional areas of Australia. The action is being taken to address potential fuel supply pressures within the country.

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Regional Australia 50% Fuel Companies ×260% Australian Government 70% Chris Bowen 80% Australia ×390%

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fuel stockpile 90% fuel supplies 80% diesel 70% petrol 70% fuel companies 60% energy minister 60% rationing fuel 50% fuel excise 50% regional australia 40%

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Center-Left (-0.40)

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Australia

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