Data driven analysis from 10,000+ stations
Australia holds just 28 days of petrol reserves, the lowest among major developed nations and well below international treaty requirements. With only two refineries left and 91 per cent of fuel imported, experts warn the country is perilously exposed to supply shocks.
Northern Territory diesel prices range from 167.9 to 399 cents per litre, a staggering 231 cent spread. Katherine offers the best value at 173.5 cents while remote stations exceed $2.50.
Tasmania emerges as Australia's most predictable fuel market this Boxing Day with just 28 cents between cheapest and dearest diesel, while Melbourne's western suburbs see petrol prices jump up to 27 cents.
Broken Hill premium diesel drops 15.2 cents to 184.7 cents per litre while Sydney's western suburbs hold steady at 170 to 175 cents. Regional NSW reveals surprising value on Boxing Day.
South Australia has seen the biggest Christmas Day fuel price movement in the country, with diesel jumping 18.1 cents to an average of 205 cents per litre. Here's where to find the cheapest fuel across Adelaide and regional SA.
Victoria has finally completed Australia's fuel transparency puzzle with its Fair Fuel Plan, but the ambitious 24 hour price lock rules could reshape how petrol pricing works nationwide. Here's what it means for your wallet.
Western Sydney suburbs including Granville, Fairfield and Auburn are offering diesel prices nearly 20 cents below the NSW average on Christmas Day 2025. A comprehensive analysis reveals the best value fuel spots for holiday motorists.
Melbourne's Broadmeadows has seen E10 prices plunge 32.2 cents on Christmas Eve as stations compete aggressively for holiday traffic. Economics educator Priya Sharma explains why high competition corridors deliver dramatic savings while regional areas move differently.
Christmas Eve data reveals Northern Territory motorists can save over 60 cents per litre by filling up in Katherine rather than Darwin. Analysis of 174 NT stations shows the Territory's 231 cent price spread creates opportunities for strategic fill ups.
From December 15, every servo in Australia started pumping cleaner petrol that meets standards Europe adopted a decade ago. Here's what changed, why it matters for your health, and what it means at the bowser.
Queensland petrol prices are holding steady as Brisbane suburbs offer Christmas relief for motorists. While Melbourne and Sydney have seen price surges, QLD drivers can find reasonable prices in outer suburbs like Ipswich, Logan, and Caboolture.
Melbourne's western suburbs are experiencing unleaded price surges of up to 20 cents just two days before Christmas, with Altona North, Tarneit, and Hoppers Crossing leading the increases. The timing raises questions for motorists planning last minute holiday travel.
South Australia records the nation's biggest overnight fuel price movement with diesel dropping 9 cents to 192.1 cents per litre. Analysis reveals where Adelaide motorists can find the best pre Christmas deals.
Sydney western suburbs including Penrith and Minto face unleaded petrol increases of up to 25 cents as the fuel cycle peaks before Christmas. Analysis of 1,181 NSW stations reveals regional areas like Heatherbrae offer prices 36 cents cheaper.
Melbourne's northern suburbs like Coburg are seeing petrol prices drop nearly 14 cents before Christmas, while regional Victoria moves in the opposite direction. Economics educator Priya Sharma explains the market dynamics behind these suburban price differences.
Tasmania delivers a welcome Christmas surprise for motorists with fuel prices dropping nearly 6 cents while mainland states edge higher. Smithton leads the charge with a remarkable 13 cent fall.
Queensland diesel prices have risen 3.8 cents overnight to 189.7 cents per litre, bucking the national trend as South Australia and other states record stable or falling prices just days before Christmas.
Bacchus Marsh records a 21.6 cent drop in unleaded petrol while Melbourne outer suburbs like Langwarrin and Altona North see prices rise up to 19 cents. Analysis of 813 Victorian stations reveals where to find the best value this weekend.
NSW diesel prices have dropped over 5 cents this week while South Australia cops a 5.4 cent increase. Western Sydney suburbs like Fairfield, Granville and Smithfield are offering diesel as cheap as 167.5 cents per litre.
Melbourne's western suburbs are copping a 16 cent unleaded surge while Seaford and Frankston drop to 172 cents. The striking variation across Melbourne's outer suburbs reveals where motorists can save or pay more this week.
Melbourne's northern suburbs like Preston, Reservoir and Kingsbury are offering diesel prices 12 cents below the state average. Economics educator Priya Sharma explains the market dynamics creating these savings opportunities and where to find the best deals.
Tasmania's fuel market offers rare stability as mainland states experience significant price swings heading into Christmas. Analysis reveals diesel spreads of just 32.6 cents in Tasmania compared to over 100 cents in NSW and Victoria.
New fuel standards mean cleaner petrol with 10ppm sulfur limits. Here's what the data shows about prices and what it means for Australian motorists.
Victorian regional towns like Ballarat have seen unleaded petrol climb about 10 cents this week while Melbourne prices stay flat. Here's where to find the best deals across regional Victoria.