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Rising diesel prices and supply disruptions are forcing Australian caravanners to alter travel plans. Some travelers are canceling trips or staying at parks due to fuel availability concerns, despite a temporary government excise cut.
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Rising diesel prices and supply disruptions are forcing Australian caravanners to alter travel plans. Some travelers are canceling trips or staying at...
Rising diesel prices and supply disruptions are forcing Australian caravanners to alter travel plans. Some travelers are canceling trips or staying at parks due to fuel availability concerns, despite a temporary government excise cut.
Updated: 25.07.2026
Unleaded 91
$1.32 /l
AUD1.89 · €1.16/l
59 of 140
cheaper than 59% of countries
Premium 95
$1.45 /l
AUD2.07 · €1.27/l
42 of 94
cheaper than 56% of countries
Premium 98
$1.51 /l
AUD2.16 · €1.33/l
12 of 24
cheaper than 54% of countries
Diesel
$1.60 /l
AUD2.29 · €1.41/l
83 of 141
pricier than 58% of countries
Premium Diesel
$1.62 /l
AUD2.32 · €1.43/l
11 of 41
cheaper than 76% of countries
LPG
$1.02 /l
AUD1.46 · €0.90/l
36 of 55
pricier than 64% of countries
E85
$1.73 /l
AUD2.47 · €1.52/l
6 of 6
pricier than 83% of countries
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Soaring fuel prices are forcing Australians to cancel caravan trips. A Yahoo News poll found 78% of respondents are worried about fuel costs, while industry associations report increased cancellations at caravan parks.
Travelers Kirsty and James face an additional AUD 800 in fuel costs for their trip from Melbourne to Darwin with a caravan. The price of unleaded 98 in Melbourne has exceeded AUD 2.50 per liter, while diesel fuel has reached approximately AUD 2.45. Some caravan owners are postponing trips due to high fuel prices, and Australia's consumer watchdog stated it will monitor companies to prevent price gouging.
Caravan and motorhome owners in Australia are being advised to opt for local holidays due to rising fuel prices and supply concerns. Petrol and diesel costs in capital cities have increased by over 25% following the escalation of the Middle East conflict. A survey revealed 97% of respondents are concerned about fuel supplies, with over half having already reduced unnecessary driving. Some holiday parks are offering discounts and fuel offset vouchers to help travelers with costs.
On July 29, a Holden Colorado towing a caravan crashed through a railing and went off a bridge on the Princes Highway. A 70-year-old man was taken to hospital in stable condition. Traffic is affected with diversions in place.
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