Announcements
What you can do
The NSW Government asks the community to help reduce pressure on fuel supplies by:
- buying fuel as you normally would – no more than you need
- avoiding panic buying, which can worsen local shortages, particularly in regional communities
- avoiding stockpiling fuel at home as this can pose a fire safety risk to yourself and your neighbours
- treating service station staff with respect as they manage high demand and supply pressures
- checking if your car is compatible with E10 fuel
- using the NSW FuelCheck app or visiting the FuelCheck website for daily information on fuel prices and availability across the state.
Support for individuals, households and businesses
Government tools, rebates and services are available to help NSW individuals, households, businesses and communities manage fuel costs and cost-of-living pressures.
Check fuel prices near you – FuelCheck
Real-time prices at 2,400 NSW service stations. Compare fuel types, set price alerts and find the cheapest fuel in your area.
Use FuelCheck online or download the free app.
E10 compatibility check
Check whether your vehicle can use E10 fuel, which is often the cheapest option at the bowser.
For individuals, communities and households
Savings Finder
Answer tailored questions to get a personalised list of over NSW rebates and vouchers you may be eligible for.
Concessions, rebates and assistance
Find support for household bills and activities, including cost-of-living help, toll relief, transport, driving, energy and utilities.
Cost of Living hub
Visit the hub for information, support and practical tips to help manage household expenses, including transport, energy and everyday costs.
For businesses
Middle East conflict: information for Australian businesses
Find the latest information on how the Australian Government is supporting businesses including updates on fuel supply, supply chains, exports, shipping and available support.
Service NSW Business Bureau
Get personalised advice for your business needs, including one-on-one support and access to free online tools and resources
School holidays
With the school holiday period underway, people should continue with their plans.
In NSW, our fuel supply continues to operate, but there are some incidences of localised supply disruptions. This is reflected in the new National Fuel Security Plan, which defines the conditions across Australia’s fuel supply and distribution network.
As always during peak holiday periods, travellers are encouraged to plan ahead, check local conditions and download FuelCheck for their journey, particularly when travelling longer distances or through regional areas.
The NSW Government is monitoring fuel distribution closely and working with industry and the Commonwealth Government to manage localised shortages, particularly in regional communities.
Governments at all levels will continue to monitor conditions closely over the Easter period and work together to support communities, essential services and the tourism sector.
What the NSW Government is doing
To understand the situation and support fuel distribution across the state, the NSW Government is:
- operating a Liquid Fuel Emergency Operations Centre to track fuel availability, forecast demand and coordinate fuel deliveries across NSW
- using legislative powers to require major fuel companies to provide information on fuel supply plans, particularly for regional NSW
- using this information to build a clearer picture of fuel availability and how government can work with the fuel industry and customers
- supporting national coordination by appointing the Secretary of the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water, Anthony Lean, as NSW’s fuel coordinator
- working closely with the Commonwealth Fuel Supply Taskforce Coordinator to manage emerging distribution issues
- prioritising fuel supply to regional NSW, particularly diesel for agriculture, freight, transport and essential services
- monitoring fuel availability across NSW using verified information and FuelCheck data to identify and respond quickly to localised outages
- increasing NSW Fair Trading compliance and enforcement activity to protect consumers from misleading fuel pricing and incorrect price reporting.
Fuel prices and consumer protections
NSW Fair Trading is conducting unannounced inspections of fuel retailers, focussing on fuel price transparency and protecting consumers from misleading pricing as fuel costs continue to rise. All service stations across NSW should be on notice.
National Fuel Security Plan
The National Fuel Security Plan sets out how the Australian Government aims to strengthen the reliability and resilience of fuel supply in the face of global disruptions, natural disasters and market volatility. It recognises Australia’s heavy reliance on imported refined fuels and outlines measures to ensure fuel remains available for essential services, businesses and households during emergencies.
The Plan has 4 levels, with core elements including improved coordination across government, clearer emergency response arrangements, better data and transparency on fuel supply and demand, and stronger engagement with industry to anticipate and manage supply risks.
Find out more about Australia’s National Fuel Security Plan
Fuel supply and distribution in NSW
Yes. Overall fuel supply remains secure.
The current challenge is fuel distribution, not a lack of fuel coming into NSW.
Distribution pressures are being driven by increased demand, transport and logistics constraints, and how fuel is contracted and delivered.
The NSW Government is working with industry and the Australian Government to manage these pressures.
The situation is changing and is being monitored closely.
The NSW Government will continue working with industry to resolve issues as quickly as possible and provide updates as new information becomes available.
The NSW Government is improving freight efficiency to help keep goods moving and reduce pressure on fuel supply.
Temporary measures are allowing larger and longer trucks to carry more goods per trip and providing greater flexibility around operating hours, including night freight where appropriate. These changes help reduce the number of trips needed and support the safe and efficient delivery of essential goods across NSW.
Impacts on essential services, communities and industry
No. Emergency services, hospitals and other frontline government services remain fully operational.
Arrangements are in place to prioritise fuel for critical services if distribution pressures increase.
Schools remain open and operational.
There are no changes to attendance requirements, and principals will continue working with families to manage individual circumstances if needed.
Regional communities are encouraged to buy fuel as they normally would and avoid panic buying.
The NSW Government is prioritising fuel deliveries to affected regional areas and working with industry to address local supply issues.
Fuel prices, costs and consumer protections
Fuel prices are set by individual service stations and can vary widely, even within the same suburb.
Using FuelCheck can help motorists compare prices and choose the best option before filling up.
Fuel prices are not capped in NSW, and price increases alone are not illegal.
However, service stations must not mislead customers, charge more than the displayed price, or publish incorrect prices or availability on FuelCheck.
Service stations must not display prices for fuel they cannot supply.
If you believe a station is showing incorrect prices or availability, you can report this to NSW Fair Trading.
The NSW and Australian Government are working with industry, regulators and the business and finance sectors to help ease cost pressures on households and businesses.
The NSW Government is focused on:
- improving fuel price transparency through tools like FuelCheck
- monitoring compliance with pricing rules
- supporting broader cost-of-living relief measures and practical support for individuals, households and businesses.
Practical help is available:
- Use FuelCheck and the E10 compatibility check to help manage fuel costs
- Visit the NSW Cost of Living hub for information, support and practical tips to help manage household expenses, including transport, energy and everyday costs
- Check eligibility for savings through the Savings Finder and other NSW Government rebates and assistance.
Managing fuel safely and responsibly
The NSW Government is not encouraging people to stockpile fuel. Hoarding fuel can worsen supply pressures and may create safety risks.
People are encouraged to:
- only purchase the fuel they normally need
- avoid storing fuel unsafely
- follow advice from authorities and emergency services.
Storing extra fuel at home can be dangerous if it is not done correctly. Fuel vapours are highly flammable, and storing fuel in unsuitable containers or locations increases fire and safety risks.
Fuel should only be stored in approved fuel containers, kept in a well‑ventilated area, away from ignition sources and out of reach of children. The NSW Government strongly encourages people to buy only what they need and avoid stockpiling fuel.
Unused fuel should be disposed of safely through local council services or Community Recycling Centres.
Transport options and alternatives
At this stage, there are no plans to provide free transport as part of fuel supply responses.
The NSW Government continues to support public transport services and encourages people, where possible, to consider public transport, working from home or reducing non‑essential travel.
The NSW Government monitors demand across the travel network to support people choosing public transport.
As part of this, Sydney Metro services are being temporarily increased to give people more travel options and help reduce reliance on car travel.
From mid‑April to 7 June 2026, services between Tallawong and Sydenham will run with:
- more weekday peak services, and
- more frequent weekend services.
This temporary uplift adds 166 extra services each week and is expected to benefit around 1.5 million passengers.
Electric vehicles can help reduce reliance on liquid fuels and provide more transport options during fuel supply disruptions. The NSW Government supports EV uptake through incentives, charging infrastructure and practical guidance.
Find out more:
- Practical support for households
- Resources to make your business EV ready
- Support for businesses and fleets, including funding to purchase EVs and install charging infrastructure