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Albanese urged to help Australians struggling with fuel crisis, as NZ offers first-of-its-kind cash relief

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Albanese urged to help Australians struggling with fuel crisis, as NZ offers first-of-its-kind cash relief
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David Pocock says a flat 25% export levy on gas producers could redirect ‘wartime profits’ to struggling Australians

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Pressure is mounting on the Albanese government to help households struggling with fuel prices, with working from home and free public transport posited as possible solutions.

Nearly 150,000 New Zealand families will soon receive a weekly cash payment to help them afford petrol, believed to be the world’s first fuel relief package that directly pays citizens since the Israel-US war on Iran began.

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Source: Guardian - World News

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