Jul 27, 2026 – 10.30pmAnthony Albanese will launch plans on Tuesday for a new oil refinery in Western Australia in recognition of the fragility of the nation’s liquid fuel supplies, as exposed by Donald Trump’s war against Iran.After flagging the move in April, the prime minister will dedicate $4 million towards a feasibility study into constructing the facility when he visits Karratha.Subscribe to gift this articleGift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe.Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? Fetching latest articles
PM launches plan for new oil refinery as fuel crisis bites
Anthony Albanese has dedicated $4 million to a feasibility study into what would be Australia’s first new oil refinery in 60 years.
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