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As diesel from the Gulf and Russia dried up, Australia had to find new suppliers – at a cost

As diesel from the Gulf and Russia dried up, Australia had to find new suppliers – at a cost

The US–Iran war has upended the diesel supply chain. Australia’s supply of diesel has held up, but it now leans on fewer suppliers and a longer,...

05.11.2026 9

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As renewed chaos grips the oil market, one country is keeping global prices down – by reducing demand

As renewed chaos grips the oil market, China is reaping the benefits of electric vehicles. But Australia’s reliance on diesel leaves it exposed

21.09.2026 30

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Australia has plenty of diesel for now. But running out could upend our economy

It’s highly unlikely Australia will end up with no diesel. But if what is available becomes extremely expensive, the whole economy – and all of us...

24.03.2026 60

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