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EPISODE · Apr 16, 2026 · 6 MIN

Australia aims for 90-day fuel reserve amid crisis

from Sunrise · host LiSTNR

Energy Minister Chris Bowen announces plans to increase Australia's fuel reserves to meet the international standard of 90 days, after the country has maintained only 30-35 days of fuel stocks for over a decade. The government faces criticism for failing to address this long-standing issue despite it being raised in previous election campaigns. Discussion also covers the challenges of domestic oil drilling and refinery operations, with Australia now having only one and a half refineries compared to eight previously.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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