Albanese government rules out fuel excise cut as petrol hits 237.8c per litre
Richard Marles said the government won't cut fuel excise despite petrol hitting 237.8c per litre in Sydney.
Richard Marles told the media on Sunday that the government is not considering another fuel excise cut. The Albanese government previously slashed the fuel import tax in April, saving drivers up to 32 cents per litre, then halved it in June before ending it entirely in August.
Petrol prices have since climbed sharply due to global conflict. The NRMA reports regular unleaded in Sydney now costs 237.8c per litre, with further rises expected this week.
Marles said the government is focused on other cost of living measures and promised there would be "light at the end of the tunnel" as international conditions ease.
- 237.8c per litre
- Current petrol price Sydney
- Up to 32c per litre
- April excise cut savings
- Richard Marles
- Official making statement
- Low to mid 240c per litre
- Expected price range
Why it mattersHouseholds are facing higher petrol costs with no near-term relief, directly affecting household budgets and transport costs.
AustraliaAustralian drivers will pay significantly more at the pump, with no government fuel excise relief despite prices reaching near-record levels.
Corroborated bynews24.com.au
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