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Australia: Temporary reduction of fuel tax

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30 Mar 2026

In March 2026, the Australian Government announced a three-month halving of the fuel tax in response to the spike in fuel prices as a result of the conflict in the Middle East.

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0 likely harmful

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Implementation date

01 Apr 2026

Revocation date:

30 Jun 2026

Updated: 07 Apr 2026
Tax or social insurance relief In force

Recent update from 07 Apr 2026:

On 30 March 2026, the Australian Government announced a temporary reduction in the fuel tax for petrol and diesel. This measure enters into force on 1 April 2026 and is scheduled to expire on 30 Ju...

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