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We fought over toilet paper and now we're panicking over petrol

Fuel demand surged up to 280% in some South Australian regions due to Middle East war fears, causing shortages despite no disruptions to shipments, officials said.

Summary by The Canberra Times
NRMA's Peter Khoury told motorists not to panic over rising fuel costs, but demand soared. Discover the 'White Bear phenomenon' behind Australia's queues.

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We fought over toilet paper and now we're panicking over petrol

NRMA's Peter Khoury told motorists not to panic over rising fuel costs, but demand soared. Discover the 'White Bear phenomenon' behind Australia's queues.

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First toilet paper, now diesel: is panic buying creating a shortage?

Real-time shipping data confirms Australia's Q1 2026 diesel imports remain historically strong. Understand why behavioural stockpiling causes localised shortages.

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The Canberra Times broke the news in Canberra, Australia on Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
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