Australia's Fuel Dependence Deepens into a Crisis Amid Surging Demand
Australia is grappling with a growing fuel dependence crisis, exacerbated by global conflicts, leading to calls for a transition to electric buses. Petrol stations are now reporting a 25% surge in demand, with many retailers experiencing shortages of various fuel types as the government plans for a potential 'biggest energy crisis in history', further highlighting the nation's deepening fuel crisis.
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