Australians told to continue Easter travel plans despite fuel shortages
Hundreds of petrol stations across Australia have run out of fuel as the Iran war disrupts global oil shipments and pushes up prices.
Coverage by Political Leaning
See how different sides of the spectrum reported this story
Notable Quotes
"Easter is a very special time of faith and family. Go take a break - but get no more fuel than you need."
— Chris Bowen , Politician
"Australia is not an active participant in this war. But all Australians are paying higher prices because of it."
— Anthony Albanese , Politician
Key People
All Coverage
Hundreds of petrol stations across Australia have run out of fuel as the Iran war disrupts global oil shipments and pushes up prices.
Similar Stories
Related coverage based on topic and tags
Second wave of fuel shortages at petrol stations sweeps across Russia - Reuters
Second wave of fuel shortages at petrol stations sweeps across Russia Reuters
August 17, 2026 at 10:45 AMMoscow's fuel stations limit sales amid shortages - Reuters
Moscow's fuel stations limit sales amid shortages Reuters
August 19, 2026 at 11:30 AMBurnham warned Iran war could hit UK growth next year
The conflict in the Middle East has pushed up oil and fuel prices, and also disrupted supply chains.
August 12, 2026 at 02:17 PMDiesel prices overtake jet fuel in Europe as global shortage widens - Reuters
Diesel prices overtake jet fuel in Europe as global shortage widens Reuters
August 13, 2026 at 12:12 PMUS, Indian fuel exporters profiting from supply uncertainty during wars - Reuters
US, Indian fuel exporters profiting from supply uncertainty during wars Reuters
August 19, 2026 at 11:53 AMChina's fuel exports edge back towards levels before Iran war as Beijing eases curbs - Reuters
China's fuel exports edge back towards levels before Iran war as Beijing eases curbs Reuters
August 18, 2026 at 04:31 AM