Petrol
Alternative labels
Petroleum industry and trade
Briefing paper
Australia's liquid fuel security: Budget update
Australia’s liquid fuel security has a long history of policy debate and is subject to changing trade and industry dynamics. Fuel supply and security was also a key focus in the 2026–27 Budget. This paper outlines Australia’s liquid fuel supply chain, storage arrangements, and some key measures from the budget.
Briefing paper
Developments in Australian fuel quality and vehicle emissions standards: an updated chronology
This paper outlines developments in the regulatory framework for fuel quality, noxious (in-service) emissions and vehicle efficiency standards in Australia, principally over the last two decades to July 2024.
Briefing paper
Aussies would pay less at the petrol pump with clean, efficient cars like those sold overseas
As Australians face a cost of living crisis, petrol is one of the top household expenses causing the most financial stress. This paper argues that an effective New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES) will help tackle the cost of living and pollution challenges together.
Report
Petroleum exploration permit 11 (PEP 11): recent developments
This paper provides some background information on PEP 11 and an overview of the current regulatory framework.
Report
Raising standards, cutting costs: how an effective new vehicle efficiency standard can reduce vehicle emissions and save consumers money
The Climate Council and Electric Vehicle Council commissioned this analysis to examine the potential impact of introducing fuel efficiency standards in Australia.