Australia's Fuel Supply: Stable for Easter

0:00Australia's fuel supply is holding strong during this Easter break with fewer service stations running dry. Energy Minister Chris Bowen says stocks are solid at 39 days of petrol, 29 days of diesel, and 30 days of jet fuel, even with high holiday demand. More than 50 ships are heading to ports right now, replacing any minor hiccups like just six canceled orders. New bookings have locked in 3.7 billion liters for April and into May, keeping terminals and refineries flowing steady. Bowen thanked the crews working overtime and urged folks to skip stockpiling by only what you need, especially in cities to ease rural pressure. In RMA notes, Aussies are smartly combining trips like school runs and shopping, which helps everyone and international petrol prices have stabilized. Diesel shortages drop big time. New South Wales down 32 stations since Friday, Victoria by 23, Queensland by 7, totaling. 3-12 out of 8,000 nationwide. It's seeding season of North, but that's easing too.

1:03Supplies are diversifying from Asia to the US and Mexico amid Middle East tensions, a smart move for stability. With the worst behind us, hit the road, enjoy family time, and know the tanks are topped up. Sydney News Today, powered by AI bringing you what matters.