Fuel Tax Cut Ends as Middle East Tensions Rise

That fuel tax cut ending June 30th? It’s gone for good — at least for now. With Middle East tensions flaring again between Iran and the U.S., the government’s not extending the discount, even though it saved Aussies 22 cents a liter. The move was meant to ease the pain from skyrocketing gas prices, but now, with military strikes and explosions reported, the fragile ceasefire is crumbling. Behind the scenes, ministers are working with allies to secure fuel supplies, while a $10 billion energy and fertilizer security package aims to shield Australia’s supply chains. Buckle up — gas prices are likely to climb again as global chaos hits home. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/99cbd6cd3e7639aa