‘Sensible thing to do’: Albanese defends $400m in fuel relief

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Australian Prime Minister Albanese has announced $400 million in fuel relief providing drivers with a 16¢ per litre discount in July amid tensions impacting the Strait of Hormuz. The measure aims to support consumers during fragile peace talks with Iran.

The prime minister said drivers would get 16¢ a litre off fuel in July as fragile peace talks come under threat with Iran closing the Strait of Hormuz.