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A Sydney family sold their house to fund a life on the road in a caravan. A recent survey indicates 21% of Australian homeowners are considering downsizing to a caravan due to rising costs. The family reports lower expenses and a stronger family bond since making the switch.
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A Sydney family sold their house to fund a life on the road in a caravan. A recent survey indicates 21% of Australian homeowners are considering downs...
A Sydney family sold their house to fund a life on the road in a caravan. A recent survey indicates 21% of Australian homeowners are considering downsizing to a caravan due to rising costs. The family reports lower expenses and a stronger family bond since making the switch.
Australia — fuel prices
Updated: 01.08.2026
Unleaded 91
$1.40 /l
AUD1.98 · €1.21/l
69 of 140
cheaper than 51% of countries
Premium 95
$1.52 /l
AUD2.15 · €1.31/l
43 of 94
cheaper than 55% of countries
Premium 98
$1.59 /l
AUD2.26 · €1.38/l
12 of 23
cheaper than 52% of countries
Diesel
$1.70 /l
AUD2.41 · €1.47/l
89 of 141
pricier than 62% of countries
Premium Diesel
$1.71 /l
AUD2.43 · €1.48/l
14 of 41
cheaper than 68% of countries
LPG
$1.03 /l
AUD1.46 · €0.89/l
35 of 54
pricier than 63% of countries
E85
$1.75 /l
AUD2.47 · €1.51/l
6 of 6
pricier than 83% of countries
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