Experts say this city’s petrol prices are out of control–here’s why
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Rising petrol prices have become a hot topic, leaving many drivers wondering just how much longer they can afford to fill up their tanks.
A new report has revealed some eye-opening trends, with one city leading the pack for the most expensive fuel costs in the country.
As the debate intensifies, experts are calling for change and suggesting potential solutions that could impact all motorists.
According to the Royal Automobile Club of Queensland (RACQ), drivers in Brisbane were paying an average of $1.90 per litre.
In comparison, Perth’s petrol prices were 13 cents per litre cheaper.
This prompted the RACQ to urge the Queensland government to consider implementing a 5-cent daily cap on price hikes.
RACQ principal policy advisor Ian Jeffreys highlighted that there was a 30 to 40 cent price difference between the highest and lowest points.
He also pointed out that retailers could increase their prices by 50 cents instantly at individual sites.
Premier David Crisafulli responded, stating that the government would examine the proposal.
‘It’s something that we owe to Queenslanders to look at,’ Crisafulli said.
He went on to emphasise that ensuring more competition in the market was key.
The report showed that petrol prices across Brisbane suburbs fluctuated by up to 30 cents per litre.
Kuraby, Deagon, Zillmere, Bracken Ridge, and Moorooka were identified as the cheapest areas to fill up in Brisbane.
On the Gold Coast, Molendinar provided the most affordable prices, while Walloon in Ipswich also stood out for lower costs.
The most expensive suburbs in Brisbane were Milton, Mount Ommaney, Jindalee, Salisbury, and Toowong.
Jeffreys suggested that global oil prices could drop this year, potentially bringing relief to motorists.
‘We should also see a moderate drop in the price of fuel,’ Jeffreys said.
With experts predicting a possible drop, will this bring much-needed relief, or is this just another temporary dip? We'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments.
A new report has revealed some eye-opening trends, with one city leading the pack for the most expensive fuel costs in the country.
As the debate intensifies, experts are calling for change and suggesting potential solutions that could impact all motorists.
According to the Royal Automobile Club of Queensland (RACQ), drivers in Brisbane were paying an average of $1.90 per litre.
In comparison, Perth’s petrol prices were 13 cents per litre cheaper.
This prompted the RACQ to urge the Queensland government to consider implementing a 5-cent daily cap on price hikes.
RACQ principal policy advisor Ian Jeffreys highlighted that there was a 30 to 40 cent price difference between the highest and lowest points.
He also pointed out that retailers could increase their prices by 50 cents instantly at individual sites.
Premier David Crisafulli responded, stating that the government would examine the proposal.
‘It’s something that we owe to Queenslanders to look at,’ Crisafulli said.
He went on to emphasise that ensuring more competition in the market was key.
The report showed that petrol prices across Brisbane suburbs fluctuated by up to 30 cents per litre.
Kuraby, Deagon, Zillmere, Bracken Ridge, and Moorooka were identified as the cheapest areas to fill up in Brisbane.
On the Gold Coast, Molendinar provided the most affordable prices, while Walloon in Ipswich also stood out for lower costs.
The most expensive suburbs in Brisbane were Milton, Mount Ommaney, Jindalee, Salisbury, and Toowong.
Jeffreys suggested that global oil prices could drop this year, potentially bringing relief to motorists.
‘We should also see a moderate drop in the price of fuel,’ Jeffreys said.
With experts predicting a possible drop, will this bring much-needed relief, or is this just another temporary dip? We'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments.
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