ADDITIONAL FUEL EXCISE RELIEF FOR THE MONTH OF JULY

CANBERRA, ACT, June 21 -- The Prime Minister of Australia issued the following media release:

The Albanese Government will extend fuel excise relief for another month, making petrol and diesel 16 cents per litre cheaper versus normal prices for July, saving Australians around $11 per tank.



This is more temporary support that will help take the sting out of petrol prices and help Australians with the cost of living.



In addition, the Albanese Government will reduce the Heavy Vehicle Road User Charge by 16 cents for the same period to help truckies keep Australia moving.



We acknowledge the contribution of the States and Territories to use their GST revenue to fund a 5.7% portion of the fuel excise cut over the last three months and w...