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A Liberal frontbencher says Albanese stayed quiet when two Australian refineries closed, accusing him of inaction during his time as transport minister.
The opposition argues refinery closures threaten fuel security as Australia relies on imports for most of its fuel.
Tehan referenced Clyde and Kurnell refineries, closed in 2012 and 2014, as examples of past government decisions.
The piece notes Iran-driven Middle East tensions as a pressure point for global oil supply.
Albanese pledged action beyond the May budget to protect the economy from fuel volatility.
The article explains that Australia currently has only two working refineries: Geelong and Brisbane.
Geelong and Brisbane are the remaining active refineries after Clyde and Kurnell closures.
The piece cites that the government aims to shield households from global uncertainty.
The article references past government changes and refinery policy as context for current fuel concerns.

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Australia to appoint a single fuel lead in each jurisdiction to coordinate supply across states and territories.
The national effort follows a National Cabinet meeting focused on fuel security and regional distribution.
Australia released up to 20% of emergency fuel reserves to help regional shortages.
Temporary relaxation of fuel quality standards aims to boost domestic supply.
Consumer watchdog is investigating potential anti-competitive behavior by major fuel companies.
Authorities warn against panic buying as shortages persist in regional areas.
Geopolitical tensions threaten global energy markets and fuel prices in the Asia-Pacific region.
Officials anticipate continued work to direct fuel to regions most in need as the crisis evolves.
Finance and energy ministers emphasise readiness to adjust policy as supply chains adapt.

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Australia plans to reduce the 50 percent capital gains tax discount for property investors, affecting future housing costs.
Experts say the reform would modestly affect affordability but won't dramatically lower prices on its own.
A Greens-led inquiry criticized the discount for skewing the market toward investors and benefiting wealthier Australians.
Treasury is examining options such as reducing the discount to 33% and reviewing negative gearing as part of broader reforms.
Economists caution that reforms must accompany supply-side measures to meaningfully improve affordability.
The inquiry chair said reforming the most unfair tax break on the books is a historic opportunity for government action.
Social housing advocates urge reallocating any wind-back revenue into social housing programs.
Treasury asserts the reform would be evaluated alongside other tax options in the forthcoming budget.
The housing market reform debate ties to potential shifts from stamp duty to land tax to unlock supply.
The plan is part of a broader economic reform roundtable discussions and budget considerations for 2025.

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Australia considers an $18 billion GDP hit as Middle East tensions threaten oil supply.
Albanese to chair an emergency National Cabinet to discuss Iran's oil blockade.
A fuel tsar may be appointed to oversee petrol prices.
The Reserve Bank warns inflation could spark a recession if price pressures persist.
Two oil-price scenarios are modelled: $100 or $120 per barrel.
Inflation and growth are under pressure as oil prices surge.
Economists warn the path depends on how long the conflict lasts.
Albanese will convene premiers to discuss fuel prices and economy.
The government cites supply-chain knock-ons from petrol shocks.
GDP could be 0.6% lower by 2027 under stress scenarios.
Background: Iran-US-Israel conflict linked to price spikes.

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