Zed Seselja (ACT, Liberal Party, Minister for International Development and the Pacific) Share this | Hansard source

Now, the Greens may not like it, but the Ampol refinery in Brisbane and the Viva Energy refinery in Geelong are both remaining in operation until at least mid-2027, and I note it has been warmly welcomed by the AWU. Supporting our refineries will ensure we have the sovereign capability needed to prepare for any event, protect families and businesses from higher prices at the bowser and keep Australians moving as we recover.

This is a key part of our plan to secure Australia's recovery from the pandemic and prepare against any future crises. This builds on the action we've already taken to boost our fuel security, taking advantage of record low global oil prices to purchase Australia's first government-owned crude-oil stocks for domestic security. We're taking action to ensure we have the fuel we need to keep Australia moving and to protect our— (Time expired)