Western Australia’s fuel remains secure
The State Government acknowledges that people may be feeling uncertain or worried about fuel security and distribution impacted by the conflict in the Middle East, but we are safe and WA’s fuel is currently secure.
Most Western Australians are getting fuel where and when they need it.
In those places where that's not happening, the WA Government is working to resolve any issues.
At this stage, this increased demand relates to an increase in purchasing by customers and not an increase in usage. Consumers should take what they usually need so that no one has to go without.
The WA Government is working closely with fuel suppliers to support a stable and reliable supply across the State, including in regional communities.
How you can help
Buy only what you normally need to help make sure everyone can get fuel.
Remember to treat fuel station staff and other customers with courtesy and respect.
Check FuelWatch before you travel to view local fuel availability and pricing.
Handling fuel safely
Stockpiling flammable liquids such as petrol and diesel can be dangerous. You can have legal obligations under state dangerous goods legislation when storing or handling certain quantities.
Safe Work Australia has guidance material on the storage of flammable liquids which is available on the Safe Work Australia website.
Check FuelWatch for fuel prices
You can check for the best fuel prices near you by using FuelWatch.
Across most of WA, fuel retailers are required to notify their next day's retail price for each fuel they sell by 2pm.
Retailers must stay at the notified price from 6am for 24 hours, protecting WA motorists from the frustrating intra-day price fluctuations common in other states.
Next day fuel prices are published from 2:30 pm. FuelWatch shows the lowest prices for today and tomorrow, helping you choose the most cost-effective time to fill up.
Monitoring fuel prices
The Australian Government is taking action to ensure consumers are not unfairly disadvantaged by the current Middle Eastern conflict.
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) is now reporting weekly on fuel prices, monitoring unusual price spikes. Penalties for false or misleading conduct and cartel behaviour have been doubled.
FuelWatch also helps retailers, wholesalers and oil companies comply with legislative obligations.
Consumer Protection is carrying out extra checks at fuel stations in the FuelWatch boundary across WA to ensure fuel is being sold at the correct notified price, and fuel prices are clearly and correctly displayed.
For more information on FuelWatch and fuel prices, visit the Consumer Protection website.
If you suspect a retailer of unfair conduct, please report it to FuelWatch.
Expanding fuel supply
To strengthen Australia’s fuel security, the Australian Government has implemented measures to expand fuel supply, including:
- Additional stock has been released, with up to 762 million litres of fuel distributed (up 20 per cent)
- Temporary fuel quality standards adjusted, adding 100 million litres per month
- Transport and logistics rules relaxed to speed up distribution
- Fuel suppliers authorised to coordinate supply (but not prices) to address shortages
- Fuel Security Services Payment adjusted to support local refineries and long-term supply
Visit the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) website for more information on:
This webpage will continue to be updated about the situation affecting fuel supplies to Western Australia.
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