SBS News in Filipino, Thursday 21 March 2026

Petrol Cost Rise Australia in Melbourne, Australia - 19 Mar 2026

Petrol pumps are seen at a self service fuel station. Fuel prices in Australia remain elevated amid global tensions involving the United States, Israel, and Iran, continuing to impact household and transport costs. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said that “every single ship” carrying oil bound for Australia “has landed,” adding there is “no less supply” and attributing price pressures to increased demand. The government has announced a new fuel supply taskforce, led by Anthea Harris, to coordinate efforts between state and federal authorities and monitor the national fuel supply outlook. Source: SIPA USA / Ye Myo Khant / SOPA Images/Ye Myo Khant / SOPA Images/Sipa USA

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