Australia Locks in Another Month’s Worth of Fuel Supply: Minister Australia has guaranteed fuel supply until May, with all orders contracted and legally secured. This ensures availability amidst consumer concerns about rising fuel and checkout prices. The government’s temporary reduction in fuel taxes, along with state cooperation on GST, is expected to alleviate some of the financial burden.

• Australia has secured fuel supply for an additional month, extending it into May.
• Energy Minister Chris Bowen confirmed that all fuel orders are contracted and legally secured.
• The nation originally had supply until mid-April.
• Motorists and consumers are anticipating higher prices at the bowser and checkout.
• Relief measures include the federal government’s temporary halving of petrol and diesel taxes.
• States have agreed to pass on GST windfalls resulting from increased sales tax revenue.