Last mentioned: Mar 21, 2026
ACCC Intervention
ACCC grants interim authorization for industry-wide supply coordination with strict anti-collusion conditions.
ACCC Authorization
ACCC grants interim permission for fuel companies to coordinate on supply chains.
Government Warning
Treasurer Jim Chalmers issues a public warning against price gouging and anti-competitive behavior.
Interim Authorization
ACCC grants emergency powers to fuel companies to coordinate logistics.
Federal Warning
Treasurer Jim Chalmers issues a public warning against price gouging and anti-competitive behavior.
Government Warning
Treasurer Jim Chalmers publicly warns fuel majors against disadvantaging independent retailers or consumers.
Supply Chain Pressure
Australian fuel retailers report significant pressure on supply chains and rising wholesale costs.
AIP Application
The Australian Institute of Petroleum applies for urgent competition law exemptions.
ACCC Interim Approval
Gina Cass-Gottlieb grants emergency powers with strict conditions against price sharing.
National Cabinet Meeting
PM Albanese convenes snap virtual meeting with state leaders to discuss fuel security and price shocks.
Fuel Tsar Appointment
Anthea Harris announced as coordinator of the fuel supply taskforce to oversee national supply chains.
ACCC Investigation Launch
Watchdog begins scrutiny of major fuel suppliers over allegations of market power abuse and diesel shortages.
Snap National Cabinet
PM Anthony Albanese convenes state leaders to discuss Middle East conflict impacts on fuel security.
Fuel Tsar Appointment
Anthea Harris is officially named coordinator of the fuel supply taskforce.
ACCC Investigation Launched
Watchdog begins urgent probe into Ampol, BP, and Mobil Oil over regional diesel availability.
National Cabinet
PM Albanese convenes snap virtual meeting to discuss Middle East conflict and fuel security.
Tsar Appointment
Anthea Harris announced as coordinator of the new fuel supply taskforce.
ACCC Investigation
Watchdog chair Gina Cass-Gottlieb announces probe into major fuel suppliers over market power abuse.
Hormuz Closure
Iran implements a de-facto closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical oil transit point.
AIP Application
The Australian Institute of Petroleum seeks urgent authorization for industry-wide supply coordination.
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has granted urgent interim authorization for fuel companies to coordinate supply chains following the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. While logistical collaboration is permitted to prevent shortages, regulators have issued a stern warning against price collusion.
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has issued an emergency interim authorization allowing major fuel companies to coordinate supply chains following the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. While the move aims to prevent nationwide shortages, regulators have issued a stern warning against price-fixing and anti-competitive behavior.
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has granted an urgent interim authorization allowing fuel companies to coordinate logistics and supply chains following the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. While companies can exchange information to prevent fuel shortages, strict prohibitions remain against price-fixing and the marginalization of independent regional retailers.
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has issued an urgent interim authorization allowing fuel companies to coordinate on supply logistics following the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. While the move aims to secure national fuel stocks, regulators have issued a stern warning that any price-fixing or anti-competitive behavior will face maximum legal penalties.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has appointed Anthea Harris to lead a new fuel supply taskforce following a snap national cabinet meeting triggered by the US-Israel-Iran conflict. The move coincides with an urgent ACCC investigation into major fuel suppliers over allegations of anti-competitive conduct and regional diesel shortages.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has appointed Anthea Harris to lead a new fuel supply taskforce as Australia braces for disruptions from the US-Israel-Iran conflict. The move coincides with an urgent ACCC investigation into major fuel suppliers over allegations of anti-competitive conduct and regional diesel shortages.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has appointed a national fuel coordinator and triggered an urgent ACCC investigation into major oil companies following supply disruptions linked to Middle East conflicts. The measures aim to prevent price gouging and ensure diesel availability for regional wholesalers as the government moves to an 'over-prepared' stance.