Petrol prices are once again on the rise in Australia, with average unleaded prices increasing in some cities for the first time since late March. The surge comes as diesel wholesale prices reach new record highs, leaving consumers bracing for higher fuel costs. According to Chris Bowen, the government has warned that the recent US ceasefire with Iran will not translate to lower petrol prices, dampening hopes of a reprieve from rising fuel costs. As Australians struggle to manage the financial burden of rising petrol prices, the government's warning serves as a stark reminder that relief may be a long way off.
Chris Bowen says Australians should ‘not get ahead of ourselves’ by expecting prices to fallFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastTrack current petrol and diesel prices across AustraliaPetrol prices are rising again and diesel wholesale prices have hit new record highs as the government warns the US ceasefire with Iran will not make fuel cheaper.The average unleaded prices at service stations rose in some cities on Wednesday for the first time since late March, as fuel tankers hiked their charges. Continue reading...
