Latest update — as of 7 May 2026
- Australia’s fuel stock position remains secure, with more than 30 days in reserves.
- There will be a Fuel Support Payment available for valid driver licence holders from 1 July 2026. A one-off $100 payment will be available to claim via the ServiceWA app, find out more.
- The WA Government has secured a total of 20 million litres of diesel to ensure fuel can be directed quickly to where it’s needed most, including remote communities and key industries such as agriculture, resource and transport. The diesel will be 100 per cent State-owned and stored across locations including Kalgoorlie, Esperance, Geraldton and Kwinana.
Current fuel supply status in WA
- Australia’s fuel stock position is currently secure, with more than 30 days in reserves and shipments continuing to arrive. Western Australians are encouraged to only buy the fuel they need.
- All states and territories, including WA, remain at Level 2 on the National Fuel Security Plan, which allows the WA Government to gather timely data and information from the industry.
Price and cost of living relief
- There will be a Fuel Support Payment available for valid driver licence holders from 1 July 2026. A one-off $100 payment will be available to claim via the ServiceWA app, find out more.
- The Australian Government has announced it will halve the fuel excise on petrol and diesel for three months which commenced on 1 April.
- The WA Government will cover increased fuel costs under the Regional Airfare Zone Cap scheme, keeping airfares capped for regional Western Australians travelling to Perth.
- Students can travel for free to and from school and every Sunday travel is free for all Smartrider and contactless payment travellers. Visit Transperth website for more information.
Increased fuel supply to support the regions
- The WA Government has secured a total of 20 million litres of diesel to ensure fuel can be directed quickly to where it’s needed most, including remote communities and key industries such as agriculture, resource and transport. The diesel will be 100 per cent State-owned and stored across locations including Kalgoorlie, Esperance, Geraldton and Kwinana.
Support for communities and essential services
- A support package including funding for major food relief providers and a statewide grants pool will be available to offset service delivery costs and ensure essential food reaches vulnerable communities across WA.
- Food relief services will receive support to help continue critical services and ensure essential food reaches vulnerable communities across WA. Find out more here.
Industry measures and support
- The WA Government has issued orders to the fuel industry to share information on their fuel supply chains, using emergency powers under Section 43 of the Fuel, Energy and Power Resources Act, effective from 2 April 2026.
- FuelWatch has expanded from 1 May to include every fuel retailer across WA (adding approximately 200 extra retailers), with increased fines for retailers who don’t report prices. Reporting of fuel outages will also soon become mandatory.
- Additional transport and aviation industry initiatives have been announced to reduce costs and keep WA moving. Find out more here.
- The WA Government has secured a total of 20 million litres of diesel to ensure fuel can be directed quickly to where it’s needed most, including remote communities and key industries such as agriculture, resource and transport. The diesel will be 100 per cent State-owned and stored across locations including Kalgoorlie, Esperance, Geraldton and Kwinana.
For more information on industry measures and support for industries including transport, aviation and food relief services visit Fuel Security: Industry information on fuel security in Western Australia
WA Government Weekly Fuel Update
The WA Government provides a weekly fuel update to keep the public informed on the state’s fuel security.
These updates detail the specific actions the Government is taking to manage supply chain issues caused by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
You can find the latest edition of the Weekly Update here:
WA Government Weekly Fuel Update
Media statements
Find official Western Australian Government media statements about fuel security in Western Australia.
Western Australia's Fuel Security
Get the latest information on fuel security in Western Australia, and learn how the WA Government is working with the Australian Government to help keep our fuel supply secure.
Information for industry
Stay up to date on the actions being taken to strengthen WA's fuel security.
Information for community
Stay informed about fuel supply in WA and what it means for you and your community.
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