Brent$99.784.50%
Brent crude hits $98.32/bbl, up 3.0% today.
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Australia

Asia-Pacific
Stable
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Australia

Stable
AI Analysis · Updated daily

Australia is in a stable position with low overall risk, primarily due to its substantial 180-day oil reserves and minimal 20% crude oil import dependency. Although it imports most refined oil products, its robust reserves and status as a gas exporter provide significant energy security. Gasoline prices are elevated at $1.72/L, but food risk remains low and fertilizer price increases are manageable at 22%. The country's strong economic fundamentals and strategic reserves will continue to buffer it from severe impacts in the coming weeks, ensuring stable energy supply despite global volatility.

$1.72
Gasoline /L
+30.3% vs pre-war
180d
Reserves
26 weeks
+5.5%
Food Inflation
Risk: low
20%
Oil Imported
Hormuz: none

Fuel Prices

USD primary · AUD (A$) local

Prices shown per litre. Local currency conversion uses live exchange rates.Last updated: Apr 24, 2026

Gasoline
$1.72/L
A$2.41/L
+30.3% vs pre-war
Diesel
$1.58/L
A$2.21/L
+33.9% vs pre-war
LPG / Autogas
$0.92/L
A$1.29/L
Jet Fuel (Jet A-1)
$1.18/L
A$1.65/L
Pre-war baseline (Feb 2026): Gasoline $1.32/L · Diesel $1.18/L · Current prices are 30.3% above pre-war levels

3-Month Price History

Feb 21Mar 14Apr 4A$1.740/LA$1.940/LA$2.140/LA$2.500/LPre-war⚔ War
Pre-war baseline
Iran war starts (Feb 2026)
AUD · live rates

Strategic Reserves

Crude Oil Reserves
180days
26 weeks
6.0 months
Strong
Source: IEA/EIA
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✈ Jet Fuel Reserves (Jet A-1)
38days
5 weeks
1.3 months
Below average — Under 2 months
Source: Estimated from strategic reserves
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Energy Dependency Profile

Oil Import Dependency
20%
of total oil consumption
Hormuz Exposure
None
Strait of Hormuz risk
Food Import Dependency
12%
of food supply imported

Fertilizer & Food Security

Fertilizer Cost Change
+22%
vs pre-war (Feb 2026)
Food Inflation (YoY)
+5.5%
year-on-year CPI food
Food Security Risk
Low
FAO / WFP assessment

News: Australia

Anthony Albanese accused of ‘caving to gas companies’ as Labor set to reject new export tax
David Pocock says prime minister – who is trying to shore up fuel supplies – is parroting industry talking pointsFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastLabor is poised to reject a growing push for a new 25% tax on gas exports
Guardian Environment·18h ago
Gas companies spending millions on Australian advertising blitz to fight export tax, inquiry told
Shell Australia says campaign needed to ‘counterbalance’ claims by levy advocates – but Ed Husic urges industry ‘do not spend millions defending the indefensible’Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastGas companies are mounting a multimillion-dollar advertising campaign to fight
Guardian Environment·2d ago
Australian researchers unlock path to scaling gas made from waste - EurekAlert!
Australian researchers unlock path to scaling gas made from waste  EurekAlert!
Google News·7h ago
War in Iran Gives New Fuel to a Tax Debate in Australia - The New York Times
War in Iran Gives New Fuel to a Tax Debate in Australia  The New York Times
Google News·1d ago
Australian lithium miner PLS says energy security concerns driving demand growth - Reuters
Australian lithium miner PLS says energy security concerns driving demand growth  Reuters
Google News·18h ago
SHELL’S GREAT AUSTRALIAN GAS VANISHING ACT: Billions Out, Answers Missing, Tax Man Still Waiting - Royal Dutch Shell Plc .com
SHELL’S GREAT AUSTRALIAN GAS VANISHING ACT: Billions Out, Answers Missing, Tax Man Still Waiting  Royal Dutch Shell Plc .com
Google News·3m ago
Managing Australia’s diesel squeeze - Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA)
Managing Australia’s diesel squeeze  Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA)
Google News·2d ago
Amending Australia’s export gas regime does not undermine gas for fuel negotiations - Lowy Institute
Amending Australia’s export gas regime does not undermine gas for fuel negotiations  Lowy Institute
Google News·3d ago
Foreign companies are making billions off Australia’s gas. It’s time that changed - The Conversation
Foreign companies are making billions off Australia’s gas. It’s time that changed  The Conversation
Google News·2d ago
Australian FPSO production ramp-up on Santos’ agenda next week - Offshore-Energy.biz
Australian FPSO production ramp-up on Santos’ agenda next week  Offshore-Energy.biz
Google News·10h ago

Government Response

Minor measures

Last updated: April 2026

  • Emergency fuel stockholding obligations increased for refiners
  • Fuel excise cut extended for a further 6 months
  • LNG export controls under review to prioritise domestic supply
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Flight Disruption Risk

Moderate
Jet fuel price change+35% vs pre-war
+90 Day Outlook
Moderate
Peak Season (Jul/Aug)
Moderate
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Inbound Supply Ships

IntelligenceFull manifest →
1 Crude Oil1 LPG3 Products
STENA PREMIUM
Diesel · from Singapore, Singapore
ETA Arrived
55,000t DWT
FRONT EAGLE
Crude Oil · from Seria, Brunei
ETA Arrived
110,000t DWT
NORDIC ANNE
Gasoline · from Singapore, Singapore
ETA Arrived
48,000t DWT
NAVIGATOR AURORA
LPG · from Miri, Malaysia
ETA Arrived
35,000t DWT
STENA IMPERIAL
Diesel/Gasoline · from Ulsan, South Korea
ETA Arrived
52,000t DWT
5 vessels en route

Crisis Summary

Risk LevelStable
Hormuz Exposurenone
CurrencyAUD (A$)
RegionAsia-Pacific
Data SourcesIEA · EIA · FAO · WFP
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Data: IEA, EIA, World Bank, FAO, GlobalPetrolPrices.com · Updated daily

Not financial advice. For informational purposes only.

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