1 August 2026

Motorists across Australia brace for petrol price hike as government fuel discount comes to an end

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Source reporting: 7NEWS Finance

Motorists across Australia brace for petrol price hike as government fuel discount comes to an end

Diesel prices could reach as high as $2. 40 a litre.

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