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Fuel Tax Discount Under Pressure | Perth News
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Fuel tax relief may be on the chopping block as global oil prices spike — the biggest jump since 2020 — fueled by escalating US-Iran tensions. With the discount set to expire this month, officials are watching closely, ready to act if needed to shield Aussie motorists. Iran’s closure of the Strait of Hormuz has triggered U.S. strikes and a new cargo levy, while Australia stands firm on freedom of navigation and calls for peace talks. The government’s flexible stance signals it’s prepared to respond to global chaos — all while trying to keep fuel bills from crushing households.
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