Around 20% of the country's diesel comes from the US atm.

Diesel reserves estimated at roughly 17–34 days of cover depending on the specific calculation method and inclusion of in-transit shipments.

On September 22, 2026, Trump publicly backed a ban on U.S. diesel exports to address record-high fuel prices, with the administration reportedly preparing a plan for a 90-day restriction to be announced imminently.

Shortages and a cost hike in diesel just before harvest time ... food shortages ?

No fuel excise cut coming from Albanese's Labor.

Higher prices in fuel, food, and supply chains equated to higher interest rates.


What a mess ... caused by current, past governments of Coalition and Labor.



Should a 90 day freeze in data centres be used to force Trump's hand ... or is Australia too scared to defend itself?

I have to agree, Bobby. We should be self-reliant on our own fossil fuels. Why we bother with the Middle East is something I will never understand.