Australia News: Fuel Excise Cut Ends

Australia's Fuel Excise Cut Ends

The fuel excise cut in Australia, which was imposed after the outbreak of the Iran conflict, has ended at midnight on Monday. This move is expected to have a significant impact on the prices of fuel across the country.

Regulatory Watch

The regulator has been asked to watch service stations "like a hawk" to ensure that they do not take undue advantage of the situation. The government has warned that any attempts to gouge consumers will be met with swift action.

According to the Australian Government, the fuel excise cut was a temporary measure to help mitigate the effects of the Iran conflict on the global oil market.

Impact on Consumers

The end of the fuel excise cut is expected to result in higher fuel prices for consumers. However, the government has assured that it will continue to monitor the situation and take steps to protect the interests of consumers.

For more information on the fuel excise cut and its impact, you can visit the Australian Broadcasting Corporation website.

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