Australian Fuel Security Status

Days of fuel cover, import dependency, and strategic reserve context from public government reporting.

Petrol days of cover

24 days

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Diesel days of cover

22 days

below minimum

Import dependency

91%

Petrol import share
88%
Diesel import share
93%
Policy reference minimum
24 days

Strategic reserves

Australia holds limited onshore strategic stocks; commercial inventories and import continuity provide most cover.

Updated 15 Jan 2026 · Sources & methodology