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Australia Invests A$10bn in 1bn-Litre, 50-Day Fuel Reserve

5/6/2026

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Australia will spend A$10 billion to build its government-owned fuel reserve, holding about 1 billion litres—enough for at least 50 days of on-shore supply.
A$3.2 billion will fund diesel and aviation storage while A$7.5 billion will back loans and price support for fuel and fertilizer.
Energy Minister Chris Bowen said the reserve will complement stockpiles.
The National Roads and Motorists Association praised the move, while Grattan Institute senior fellow Tony Wood warned implementation uncertain.

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Australia will spend A$10 billion to build its government-owned fuel reserve, holding about 1 billion litres—enough for at least 50 days of on-shore supply.
A$3.2 billion will fund diesel and aviation storage while A$7.5 billion will back loans and price support for fuel and fertilizer.
Energy Minister Chris Bowen said the reserve will complement stockpiles.
The National Roads and Motorists Association praised the move, while Grattan Institute senior fellow Tony Wood warned implementation uncertain.