Traffic falls on major Sydney and Melbourne roads as fuel crisis sees Australians cut back on driving

Rising fuel prices in Australia are causing a decline in road traffic, particularly in Sydney and Melbourne. Data from the New South Wales government reveals a decrease of thousands of trips per day on major Sydney highways. Weekend trips on key Sydney thoroughfares have seen a reduction of approximately 20%. The Guardian Australia exclusively reported on this trend, indicating that Australians are cutting back on driving due to the increased cost of fuel. This shift highlights the impact of the fuel crisis on daily commuting and travel habits in major Australian cities.