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Re: Petrol could hit $3 per litre
Reply #60 - Mar 7^th, 2026 at 8:27pm

lee wrote on Mar 7^th, 2026 at 8:21pm:

freediver wrote on Mar 7^th, 2026 at 8:07pm:

lee wrote on Mar 7^th, 2026 at 8:05pm:

freediver wrote on Mar 7^th, 2026 at 7:48pm:

You know that net zero by 2050, or some later decade, is not the same thing as abandoning fossil fuels now. I

First of all you would need to make solar panels and wind turbines without fossil fuels.

And burying solar panels and turbine blades merely adds to the environmental costs. Roll Eyes

Lee, no one other than Frank was suggesting we abandon fossil fuels now. The whole point was that it was just an idiotic fantasy on his part.

maybe you should check on Blackout Bowen. Wink

Why? Do you share Frank's fantasy?

Why is it that climate "sceptics" always end up being the most gullible?

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Reply #61 - Mar 7^th, 2026 at 11:17pm

Frank wrote on Mar 7^th, 2026 at 7:14pm:

Melanias purse wrote on Mar 7^th, 2026 at 7:07pm:

Frank wrote on Mar 7^th, 2026 at 9:07am:

freediver wrote on Mar 7^th, 2026 at 8:44am:

Frank wrote on Mar 7^th, 2026 at 8:38am:

So what happened to Chris Bowel's Glorious Energy Transition?

Note that Iran is targeting neighbouring oil refineries and gas ports, NOT wind and solar farms.
Why?
The world runs on fossil fuels? Shurely shome mishtake.

Because a centralised system makes it more vulnerable to attack.

Why is Australia's energy supply is centralised elsewhere?

Why isnt Australia, energy superpower, self reliant for every form of energy? What madness has made Australia import 90% of its fuel?
What Gretaesque madness rationalised such stupidity?

Why? Because you, Rupert and the Libs have been bleating away about how awful renewable energy is for the past thirty years, dear. That's why.

What grotesque madness made you krap away about nuclear energy and nationalised coal-fired power stations while our energy infrastructure was rusting away and passing its use-by date?

Why, after 30 years of Tory obstructionism, have Australians been quietly putting solar panels on their rooftops, the biggest rooftop solar uptake in the world? Why, in the city all those Libs conspired in, have we been able to install a solar farm powerful enough to run our nation's capital, generating enough solar energy for half a million people?

I'll tell you why, dear boy. Because most of us, despite your distraction, hissy fits and culture wars, have begun the transition without you. And do you know? We twigged we can't do it with the Libs in power, so we all made a collective decision at the last election to throw them out for good.

It's not your country, old boy. You couldn't give a pickled herring. But the rest of us are more than happy to put in the effort without you.

And you?

You'll always be free - free to go straight right back to where you came from.

Freeeeeedom, innit.

Thank you Greta.

You are out of your mind, as ever.

Nobody, not even you think that you have addressed the questions. You retard will simply regurgitate the same shite no matter what the question.

Morons, robots, bots, blathering grimacing pakis.

Take that, leftards.

Him no speaka da English, innit.

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Re: Petrol could hit $3 per litre
Reply #62 - Mar 7^th, 2026 at 11:22pm

freediver wrote on Mar 7^th, 2026 at 8:27pm:

lee wrote on Mar 7^th, 2026 at 8:21pm:

freediver wrote on Mar 7^th, 2026 at 8:07pm:

lee wrote on Mar 7^th, 2026 at 8:05pm:

freediver wrote on Mar 7^th, 2026 at 7:48pm:

You know that net zero by 2050, or some later decade, is not the same thing as abandoning fossil fuels now. I

First of all you would need to make solar panels and wind turbines without fossil fuels.

And burying solar panels and turbine blades merely adds to the environmental costs. Roll Eyes

Lee, no one other than Frank was suggesting we abandon fossil fuels now. The whole point was that it was just an idiotic fantasy on his part.

maybe you should check on Blackout Bowen. Wink

Why? Do you share Frank's fantasy?

Why is it that climate "sceptics" always end up being the most gullible?

You haven't even read his last post, you poor old thing.

Lee says you can't make solar panels and wind turbines without using - ahem - coal.

So that's that. Better pack it in, leftards.

Lee said.

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Marla Gold Member Offline A joint a day keeps the MAGA away Posts: 14685 Colorado Gender:	Re: Petrol could hit $3 per litre Reply #63 - Mar 8^th, 2026 at 3:49am Bobby. wrote on Mar 4^th, 2026 at 5:17pm: You need Jerry cans and a safe place to store it. Blooby sleeps with it - in the closet.
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Marla Gold Member Offline A joint a day keeps the MAGA away Posts: 14685 Colorado Gender:	Re: Petrol could hit $3 per litre Reply #64 - Mar 8^th, 2026 at 3:51am Frank wrote on Mar 4^th, 2026 at 5:33pm: Next - panic buying toilet paper... Tsk, tsk Good thing there was no shortage of pomegranates in your day, grandpa.
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Re: Petrol could hit $3 per litre
Reply #65 - Mar 8^th, 2026 at 4:37am

Marla wrote on Mar 8^th, 2026 at 3:49am:

Bobby. wrote on Mar 4^th, 2026 at 5:17pm:

You need Jerry cans and a safe place to store it.

Blooby sleeps with it - in the closet.

many blessings beloved Marla,

there are those upon your world,
when they receive encouragement,
enlightenment, answers
they yet still choose to lament in " what if " scenarios ..
even after receiving the great news and reminders
of that which ye are capable of
carry on regardless as more knowledge regarding your predicament,
is revealed with so very much love.

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Re: Petrol could hit $3 per litre
Reply #66 - Mar 8^th, 2026 at 7:47am

freediver wrote on Mar 7^th, 2026 at 8:27pm:

lee wrote on Mar 7^th, 2026 at 8:21pm:

freediver wrote on Mar 7^th, 2026 at 8:07pm:

lee wrote on Mar 7^th, 2026 at 8:05pm:

freediver wrote on Mar 7^th, 2026 at 7:48pm:

You know that net zero by 2050, or some later decade, is not the same thing as abandoning fossil fuels now. I

First of all you would need to make solar panels and wind turbines without fossil fuels.

And burying solar panels and turbine blades merely adds to the environmental costs. Roll Eyes

Lee, no one other than Frank was suggesting we abandon fossil fuels now. The whole point was that it was just an idiotic fantasy on his part.

maybe you should check on Blackout Bowen. Wink

Why? Do you share Frank's fantasy?

Why is it that climate "sceptics" always end up being the most gullible?

Ah yes.
Believe tim flannery.
It will never rain again.
Meanwhile central Australia records it's wettest decade ever
And all that plant growth soaks up the CO 2.

I think we know who the gullible are.

Tell us about South Australia 1 hr battery
Tell us about pumped hydro Grin

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Reply #67 - Mar 8^th, 2026 at 7:49am

Increased Carbon Dioxide (CO₂): Plants thrive on CO₂, and higher concentrations in the atmosphere can boost plant growth. This is known as the "CO₂ fertilization effect." In some regions, this effect has been linked to a higher rate of plant photosynthesis and growth, especially in areas like northern latitudes, deserts, and tropical zones.
Warmer Temperatures: In some places, warming temperatures can lengthen growing seasons, particularly in colder regions. Warmer winters allow plants to grow longer into the year, which increases the amount of vegetation.
Land Use Changes: Some areas have seen an increase in forest cover or more green spaces due to changes in land use, conservation efforts, or agricultural practices that favor certain crops or vegetation types.

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Re: Petrol could hit $3 per litre
Reply #68 - Mar 8^th, 2026 at 7:56am

aquascoot wrote on Mar 8^th, 2026 at 7:47am:

freediver wrote on Mar 7^th, 2026 at 8:27pm:

lee wrote on Mar 7^th, 2026 at 8:21pm:

freediver wrote on Mar 7^th, 2026 at 8:07pm:

lee wrote on Mar 7^th, 2026 at 8:05pm:

freediver wrote on Mar 7^th, 2026 at 7:48pm:

You know that net zero by 2050, or some later decade, is not the same thing as abandoning fossil fuels now. I

First of all you would need to make solar panels and wind turbines without fossil fuels.

And burying solar panels and turbine blades merely adds to the environmental costs. Roll Eyes

Lee, no one other than Frank was suggesting we abandon fossil fuels now. The whole point was that it was just an idiotic fantasy on his part.

maybe you should check on Blackout Bowen. Wink

Why? Do you share Frank's fantasy?

Why is it that climate "sceptics" always end up being the most gullible?

Ah yes.
Believe tim flannery.
It will never rain again.
Meanwhile central Australia records it's wettest decade ever
And all that plant growth soaks up the CO 2.

I think we know who the gullible are.

Tell us about South Australia 1 hr battery
Tell us about pumped hydro Grin

Why did you suggest I "check on" Bowen? Just dribbling onto your keyboard?

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Gnads Gold Member Offline Australian Politics Posts: 33151 Gender:	Re: Petrol could hit $3 per litre Reply #69 - Mar 8^th, 2026 at 8:33am freediver wrote on Mar 5^th, 2026 at 1:44pm: There is no "Brisbane price" for petrol. Look around. It was an average of all the servos displaying prices on Petrol Spy. So I did have a look around. I wasn't posting the price at every damned servo. https://petrolspy.com.au/map/latlng/-27.4710107/153.0234489
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Gnads Gold Member Offline Australian Politics Posts: 33151 Gender:	Re: Petrol could hit $3 per litre Reply #70 - Mar 8^th, 2026 at 8:36am lee wrote on Mar 5^th, 2026 at 4:06pm: Gnads wrote on Mar 5^th, 2026 at 12:38pm: Why is fuel cheaper here - 3 1/2 hrs nrth of Brisbane? Because like here 3 hours south of Perth, it is too far for the city folks to drive. So the fuel companies are being benevolent to those of us in the regions? Yeah nah .....
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Gnads Gold Member Offline Australian Politics Posts: 33151 Gender:	Re: Petrol could hit $3 per litre Reply #71 - Mar 8^th, 2026 at 8:38am Jasin wrote on Mar 5^th, 2026 at 4:25pm: Filled up at $1.71 unleaded 91 today. Not saying where. We don't need people from Perth coming here and making a queue. They'd defeat the purpose driving any considerable distance to fuel up for 40 cents cheaper.
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Reply #72 - Mar 8^th, 2026 at 8:45am

Bobby. wrote on Mar 7^th, 2026 at 5:29am:

Use this site to find your local petrol prices:

https://petrolspy.com.au/map/latlng/-37.814107/144.96328

You can see it's around $2.40 per litre for U98.

It was $1.89 last week - so a big jump
from all the war profiteering.

98 has not been been lower than $1.98 for months.

91 is above $2.00 to $2.20 in Brisbane today.

E10 is even $2.16 at BP Ipswich Road Moorooka.

It's outright profiteering.

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Re: Petrol could hit $3 per litre
Reply #73 - Mar 8^th, 2026 at 8:52am

Carl D wrote on Mar 7^th, 2026 at 7:08am:

whiteknight wrote on Mar 7^th, 2026 at 3:31am:

On Thursday, federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers said motorists should not be taken for mugs by the fuel companies

Newsflash for you, Jim - motorists have been taken for mugs by fuel companies for as long as I can remember.

Every time the price of oil went up, the price of petrol at the bowser went up almost immediately but if the price of oil dropped it would take them up to a week or more to reduce the price of petrol (if they even bothered to reduce it at all).

Motorists have also been taken for mugs by the government who, despite their fake concern, are more than happy to see fuel prices go up and up because of the extra fuel tax they get (which is worked out as a percentage of each litre sold - currently about 50%, so I believe).

I don't know about everywhere else but here in WA the fuel companies cannot change the price for 24 hours. So, once they "decide" on the price for each day it has to stay the same from 'midnight to midnight'.

Before then, the price used to change several times a day (probably depending on how busy they were) and it used to go up by about 15 to 20 cents a litre every Friday lunchtime like clockwork so the fuel companies could rip off motorists filling up on Friday afternoons/evenings for the weekend.

Mugs indeed. As I said a few days ago - I'm glad I don't have a car anymore.

Not just the fuel companies - the Govt is taking us for mugs..... they get their excise of 51.6 cents per litre for every litre of petrol and diesel sold.

That's a ridiculous rate.

How would you like to be paying that rate of income tax.

Never mind you are also being charged GST for the fuel as well.

The same applies to huge govt excise charged on beer & wine.

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Reply #74 - Mar 8^th, 2026 at 9:16am

Bobby. wrote on Mar 7^th, 2026 at 9:52am:

Frank wrote on Mar 7^th, 2026 at 9:30am:

freediver wrote on Mar 7^th, 2026 at 9:10am:

Because we want to be rich, not self sufficient. Go weave your own baskets if that's what you want.

So being energy self-sufficient in the 21st century is now hippy dippy 60s basket weaving!

NOT shipping it out and then shipping it back, rather than refining it here would make us poorer.
You have caught what TGD has, fd.

You silly Billy:

Google AI:

Australia has oil reserves, but they are limited, holding only about 0.3% of the world's total reserves. While there is domestic production (mostly offshore in the Northern Carnarvon, Roebuck, and Gippsland basins), Australia imports around 90% of its refined fuel needs, relying on a strategic reserve to manage supply.

Key Details on Australian Oil:

Reserves: As of 2023, Australia had 7,551 PJ (1,312 million barrels) of proven and probable (2P) oil reserves.

Production: In 2023, Australia produced 747,020 TJ of crude oil.

Location: Most oil is found offshore in the Northern Carnarvon, Roebuck, and Gippsland basins, with some onshore production in the Cooper-Eromanga region.

Consumption & Import: Due to limited local refining capacity, Australia imports a vast majority of its petroleum products.

Fuel Security: As of March 2026, Australia holds roughly 32–36 days of fuel in stock, with the government purchasing additional reserves stored in the United States.

Although rich in other resources like coal and natural gas, Australia is not a major oil-producing nation.

BS - there are oil & gas operations in SW QLD & NE Sth Aust.

It's in the Eromanga & Cooper Basins.

Ever heard of Moomba?

Not your silly Melbourne festival.

It's been producing oil & gas since 1969 - 57 years.

Quote:

The Moomba pipeline network primarily transports natural gas from the Cooper Basin in South Australia to major demand centers in eastern Australia.

The system splits into two main branches: the Moomba-Adelaide Pipeline System (MAPS) delivering to Adelaide, Port Pirie, Whyalla, and Angaston,

and the Moomba-Sydney Pipeline (MSP) serving Sydney, Newcastle, Wollongong, and Canberra.

Key details about the Moomba pipeline system:

Moomba-Adelaide Pipeline System (MAPS): A 1,184 km system operated by Epic Energy that carries gas from the Moomba processing plant to Adelaide, with branches to regional SA centers.

Moomba-Sydney Pipeline (MSP): A 2,081 km pipeline operated by APA Group transporting gas to the NSW capital and surrounding regional areas.

Moomba-Sydney Ethane Pipeline (MSEP): A 2,000 km pipeline carrying ethane from Moomba to a petrochemical plant at Botany in Sydney.
Liquid Pipeline: A 659 km pipeline moves liquids (condensate, LPG) from Moomba to Port Bonython for export.

Interconnections: The system connects with the QSN Link to bring gas from Queensland's Bowen-Surat Basin into the network.

These pipelines are critical, supplying the bulk of natural gas for industrial and residential use in South Australia, New South Wales, and the ACT.

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