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Fuel Shortages Hit NSW: Taskforce Launched Amid Demand Surge

3/20/2026

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More than 38 service stations are out of fuel, mainly in Sydney and regional New South Wales (NSW).
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said the shortages are a demand issue, not a supply issue.
An emergency national cabinet meeting was held.
Anthea Harris was appointed to lead a national fuel supply taskforce.
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is investigating major fuel suppliers for potential anti-competitive conduct.

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More than 38 service stations are out of fuel, mainly in Sydney and regional New South Wales (NSW).
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said the shortages are a demand issue, not a supply issue.
An emergency national cabinet meeting was held.
Anthea Harris was appointed to lead a national fuel supply taskforce.
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is investigating major fuel suppliers for potential anti-competitive conduct.